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Adelphane is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Adelphane has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Adelphane depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Adelphane include Nervousness, Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Adelphane have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Adelphane 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.
In addition, Adelphane's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Adelphane's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Adelphane is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angina, Heart Failure are examples of such conditions. The section on Adelphane contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Adelphane may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Adelphane, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Adelphane 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
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Is the use of Adelphane safe for pregnant women?
Adelphane shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Adelphane safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Adelphane for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Adelphane on the Kidneys?
Adelphane can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Adelphane on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Adelphane. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Adelphane only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Adelphane on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Adelphane. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Adelphane should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Adelphane unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Adelphane habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Adelphane.
Interaction between Food and Adelphane
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Adelphane and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Adelphane
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Adelphane.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 455
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 566-567
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Apresoline hydrochloride® (hydralazine hydrochloride)
