Seloken is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Seloken have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Seloken depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Seloken include Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Seloken as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Seloken are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Seloken is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Seloken related warnings talks about Seloken's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) must refrain from the use of Seloken since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Seloken contraindications section.
Besides this, Seloken may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Seloken is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Seloken is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Seloken is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Seloken safe for pregnant women?
Seloken can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Seloken safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Seloken on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Seloken on the Kidneys?
Seloken is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Seloken on the Liver?
Seloken may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Seloken on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Seloken on the heart have been reported.
Seloken should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Seloken unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Seloken habit forming or addictive?
Seloken does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Seloken. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Seloken is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Seloken in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Seloken
Some foods when eaten with Seloken can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Seloken
Taking Seloken with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Seloken with aspirin, because of the concurrent use of these two medicines which can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Seloken. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
It is recommended to avoid taking Seloken with ibuprofen because of the concurrent use of these two medicines can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Seloken. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Seloken is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Treating high blood pressure helps in reducing the complications of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damages. It is also used to treat chest pain (angina).
Take Seloken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Do not take the medicine on empty stomach, take it with food or just after food. Please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions regarding when to take and how to take.
Yes, Seloken can make you feel tired, because it drops your heart rate, and if your heart rate is dropped, the amount of blood that your heart is pumping also decreases. This creates symptoms of fatigue, impotence, drowsiness, and lethargy. Please consult your doctor if you feel tired after taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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