Medicines based on Miltefosine
Miltefosine Information
Miltefosine is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Miltefosine have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Miltefosine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Miltefosine Benefits & Uses
Miltefosine is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Miltefosine Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Miltefosine Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Miltefosine is used -
Severe
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
Mild
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Itching or burning
- Sleepiness
- पेट दर्द
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Common
- Loss of appetite
Miltefosine Related Warnings
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Is the use of Miltefosine safe for pregnant women?
Miltefosine shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Miltefosine safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Miltefosine. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
Severe -
What is the effect of Miltefosine on the Kidneys?
Miltefosine rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Miltefosine on the Liver?
Side effects of Miltefosine rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Miltefosine on the Heart?
Miltefosine is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Miltefosine with Other Drugs
Miltefosine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Miltefosine Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Miltefosine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Infertility
Frequently asked Questions about Miltefosine
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Is this Miltefosine habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Miltefosine.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Miltefosine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Miltefosine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Miltefosine for mental disorders.
No
Miltefosine Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Miltefosine
Taking Miltefosine with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Miltefosine
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Miltefosine.
Unknown
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