Altocerin Benefits & Uses

Altocerin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Altocerin Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Altocerin Related Warnings

Is the use of Altocerin safe for pregnant women?

Altocerin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Altocerin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Altocerin safe during breastfeeding?

Altocerin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Altocerin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Altocerin.

Moderate
What is the effect of Altocerin on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Altocerin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Altocerin on the Liver?

Altocerin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Altocerin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Altocerin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Altocerin with Other Drugs

Altocerin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Aluminium hydroxide

Bisacodyl

Altocerin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Altocerin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Frequently asked Questions about Altocerin

Is this Altocerin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Altocerin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Altocerin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Altocerin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Altocerin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Altocerin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Altocerin

Some foods when eaten with Altocerin can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Altocerin

Information about the interaction of Altocerin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown