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Appatoba D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. The alternative uses of Appatoba D have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Appatoba D depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Appatoba D include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Appatoba D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Appatoba D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Appatoba D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Appatoba D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Appatoba D related warnings section.
Appatoba D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Appatoba D have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Appatoba D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Appatoba D is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Appatoba D 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Appatoba D safe for pregnant women?
Appatoba D should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Appatoba D safe during breastfeeding?
Appatoba D 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 Appatoba D on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Appatoba D on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Appatoba D on the Liver?
Appatoba D is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Appatoba D on the Heart?
Appatoba D is not harmful for the heart.
Appatoba D 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 Appatoba D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Appatoba D habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Appatoba D has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Appatoba D
Taking Appatoba D with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Appatoba D
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Appatoba D with alcohol will be.
Appatoba D works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
Take Appatoba D as adviced by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No. Appatoba D Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Appatoba D can cause withdrawal symptoms.
Yes, Appatoba D can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.
Yes, Appatoba D can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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