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Armer Ointment is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. The alternative uses of Armer Ointment have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Armer Ointment depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Armer Ointment include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Armer Ointment as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Armer Ointment are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Armer Ointment's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Armer Ointment has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Armer Ointment related warnings section.
Armer Ointment is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. The section on Armer Ointment contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Armer Ointment with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Armer Ointment, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Armer Ointment is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Armer Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Armer can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Armer, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Armer Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Armer. If you see any side effects, stop taking Armer immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Armer again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Armer Ointment on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Armer on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Armer Ointment on the Liver?
Armer does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Armer Ointment on the Heart?
You can take Armer without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Armer Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Armer Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Armer Ointment.
Interaction between Food and Armer Ointment
You can take Armer Ointment with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Armer Ointment
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Armer Ointment.
No, Armer is not nephrotoxic (kidney damaging). However, if this drug is taken unnecessarily in excessive dosage then it can lead to kidney damage.
Yes, Armer may be carcinogenic (cancer-causing) if taken beyond prescribed dosage. As per FDA reports, it has shown cancer-causing properties in rats and mice in clinical trials. Therefore, take this medicine strictly as per instructions and do not use it unnecessarily.
No, Armer is not effective in candida (fungal infections) because it is an anti-amoebic and antiprotozoal drug, it is only effective for bacterial and protozoal infections.
Yes, Armer can cause constipation and other stomach related side effects such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and stomach discomfort. You are recommended to eat non-spicy light meals along with fibrous fruits to avoid constipation and other stomach related problems. However, in case of severe constipation please inform your doctor right away.
Take Armer as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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