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Acolate M is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. Acolate M also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Acolate M depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acolate M as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Acolate M go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acolate M is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Acolate M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acolate M related warnings section.
Acolate M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Acolate M have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Acolate M with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acolate M is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Acolate M 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
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Is the use of Acolate M safe for pregnant women?
Acolate M can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Acolate M, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Acolate M safe during breastfeeding?
Acolate M can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Acolate M on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Acolate M on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Acolate M on the Liver?
Acolate M is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Acolate M on the Heart?
Acolate M is rarely harmful for the heart.
Acolate M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acolate M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acolate M habit forming or addictive?
Acolate M is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Acolate M
Taking Acolate M with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acolate M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Acolate M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Acolate M can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
Although, Acolate M is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted side- effects.
Yes, Acolate M can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for a cold.
Acolate M works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Acolate M is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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