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Activa Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Activa Plus have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Activa Plus 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Activa Plus have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Activa Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Activa Plus has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Activa Plus related warnings talks about Activa Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Activa Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Activa Plus in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Some other conditions that can be affected by Activa Plus are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Activa Plus have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Activa Plus is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Activa Plus 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 Activa Plus safe for pregnant women?
Activa Plus should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Activa Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Activa Plus as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Activa Plus on the Kidneys?
Activa Plus may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Activa Plus on the Liver?
Effects of Activa Plus on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Activa Plus on the Heart?
Activa Plus may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Activa Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Activa Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Activa Plus habit forming or addictive?
Activa Plus is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Activa Plus will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Activa Plus only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Activa Plus for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Activa Plus
There is no information on the effects of taking Activa Plus with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Activa Plus
Taking Activa Plus with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Activa Plus can be used in a migraine. Diclofenac and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. But you are recommended to consult a doctor for the right medication.
No, Activa Plus should not be taken in Dengue because it can increase the risk of internal bleeding. Patients should consult a medical professional, take ample rest and drink plenty of fluids. However, paracetamol can be taken to bring down fever and reduce joint aches.
No, Activa Plus is not banned in India. It has been approved by CDSCO.
No, Activa Plus can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
No, ideally Activa Plus can't be taken in stomach pain Because it has adverse reaction regarding gastrointestinal disturbances such as abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, gross bleeding/perforation, heartburn, nausea, GI ulcers (gastric/duodenal) and vomiting.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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