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Alock, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection, Gel. Secondary and off-label uses of Alock have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alock. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Alock include Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Alock as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Alock 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.
It is also important to note that Alock has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Alock's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alock related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders must refrain from the use of Alock since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Alock contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Alock have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alock is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Alock 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Alock safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Alock in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Alock safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Alock for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Alock on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Alock. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Alock on the Liver?
Alock can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Alock on the Heart?
Alock has very mild side effects on the heart.
Alock 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 Alock unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alock habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alock is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Alock
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Alock together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alock
Taking Alock with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, you can not take Alock with the antihypertensive drugs because it reduces the effects of the antihypertensive medicine. However, if you experience any sign and symptoms of an adverse reaction after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Alock is not safe for the diabetic patient, may cause harmful effects on them. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.
No, Alock cannot be taken with aspirin. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Alock cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Alock is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Alock and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 357