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Acupat is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Eye Allergies. Other than this, Acupat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Acupat 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Acupat include Eye Burning, Eye irritation, Eye itching. These side effects of Acupat 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 Acupat is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Acupat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Acupat is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Skin Rash, Edema as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Acupat have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Acupat may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Acupat is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Acupat 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Acupat safe for pregnant women?
Acupat can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Acupat right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Acupat safe during breastfeeding?
Acupat does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Acupat on the Kidneys?
Acupat is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Acupat on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Acupat on the liver.
What is the effect of Acupat on the Heart?
Acupat is completely safe for the heart.
Acupat 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 Acupat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acupat habit forming or addictive?
Acupat is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Acupat you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Acupat is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acupat cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Acupat
Taking Acupat with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acupat
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Acupat.
No, Acupat does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason.
Yes, Acupat can be taken with flonase. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Acupat along with flonase (Fluticasone) if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Acupat requires a prescription because it is a prescription drug that comes under the schedule H drug list as per drug and cosmetic act which is used in the treatment of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Yes, Acupat can cause a sore throat (pharyngitis). It has been reported by patients who are taking this drug. It is a common side effect of this drug and goes away after discontinuation of medicine.
Take Acupat as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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