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Agresia is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Agresia also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Agresia. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Agresia as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Agresia normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Agresia has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Agresia's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Agresia are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Agresia may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Agresia, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Agresia 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 Agresia safe for pregnant women?
Agresia rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Agresia safe during breastfeeding?
Agresia 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 Agresia on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Agresia. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Agresia on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Agresia. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Agresia only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Agresia on the Heart?
Agresia has very mild side effects on the heart.
Agresia 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 Agresia unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Agresia habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Agresia.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Agresia since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Agresia is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Agresia is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Agresia
You can take Agresia with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Agresia
Information about the interaction of Agresia and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Agresia does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
No, you can not buy Agresia over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Occasionally, Agresia can cause drug-induced hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Agresia should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Agresia is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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