Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Bethadoxin Junior Oral Suspension is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed if taken in more than the recommended doses and these side effects are constipation, weakness, and headache. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Bethadoxin Junior Oral Suspension can cause metallic taste because this drug alters your sensory bud (Responsible for taste) on the tongue. It is a common side effect of this drug. This effect goes away after discontinuation of the drug. If it persists even after the discontinuation of the drug, then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Bethadoxin Junior Oral Suspension does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported to cause weight gain by the patients who are taking. It is not a known side effect of this drug. In fact, its long-term use might cause weight loss. It is presumed that it can prevent the formation of fat cells and their storage by increasing the levels of hormone chemical messengers serotonin and testosterone which leads to weight loss. If you experience heavy weight gain after using this drug and you are in doubt that this drug is causing unusual weight gain then discuss with your doctor without further delay.

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

The dose of Bethadoxin Junior Oral Suspension varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Oral tablet of Bethadoxin Junior Oral Suspension can be taken with or without food because food does not affect its absorption. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function and heart diseases.

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Bethadoxin Junior Oral Suspension is helpful in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis (causes weak bone). Bethadoxin Junior Oral Suspension works in osteoporosis by increasing the calcium concentration in our body through its intestinal absorption and retention from kidneys which helps in making bones stronger.