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Alpramed is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Alpramed depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Alpramed 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 Alpramed safe for pregnant women?
Alpramed can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Alpramed safe during breastfeeding?
Alpramed may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Alpramed on the Kidneys?
Alpramed has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alpramed on the Liver?
Effects of Alpramed on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Alpramed on the Heart?
Side effects of Alpramed rarely affect the heart.
Alpramed 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 Alpramed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alpramed habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Alpramed. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Alpramed. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Alpramed only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Alpramed has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alpramed
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Alpramed to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alpramed
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Alpramed at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Alpramed works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.
Yes, Alpramed can cause low blood pressure if taken in higher doses. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.
Alpramed can be taken with or without food. Preferably taken 2 - 4 times in a day. Extended-release tablet should be taken once daily. The dose should be gradually increased from low to high. It may cause dizziness and drowsiness which altered the thinking power of people. You shouldn't drive or operate heavy machinery while taking medicine. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.
Yes, Alpramed can be taken with Tylenol. No clinical significance interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming these two medicines at the same do not hesitate to inform the doctor.
Yes, Alpramed can cause dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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