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Castophene 0.19 G Tablet

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  1. Castophene Benefits & Uses
  2. Castophene Dosage & How to Take
  3. Castophene Side Effects
  4. Castophene Related Warnings
  5. Castophene Contraindications
  6. Frequently asked Questions about Castophene
  7. Castophene Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Castophene 0.19 G Tablet Benefits & Uses

Castophene 0.19 G Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Castophene 0.19 G Tablet 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

Castophene 0.19 G Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Castophene 0.19 G Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Castophene in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

    Unknown

  • Is the use of Castophene 0.19 G Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Castophene on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Castophene will cause side effects or not.

    Unknown

  • What is the effect of Castophene 0.19 G Tablet on the Kidneys?


    In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Castophene on kidney, information on safety of Castophene for kidney is unavailable.

    Unknown

  • What is the effect of Castophene 0.19 G Tablet on the Liver?


    Information about safety of Castophene for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown

  • What is the effect of Castophene 0.19 G Tablet on the Heart?


    Information about safety of Castophene for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown

Castophene 0.19 G Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Castophene 0.19 G Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Frequently asked Questions about Castophene 0.19 G Tablet

  • Is this Castophene 0.19 G Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Castophene 0.19 G Tablet is addictive.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Castophene 0.19 G Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Castophene 0.19 G Tablet can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Castophene 0.19 G Tablet 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, the use of Castophene 0.19 G Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Castophene 0.19 G Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Castophene 0.19 G Tablet


    Taking Castophene 0.19 G Tablet with food is safe.

    Safe

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Castophene 0.19 G Tablet


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Castophene 0.19 G Tablet.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Castophene 0.19 G Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Castophene?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Castophene once daily at bedtime or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with or without food because presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this drug to stay well hydrated.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Castophene cause abdominal pain?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Castophene may cause abdominal pain in some cases at the beginning of treatment due to higher doses. This effect is unharmful and reversible in nature. It resolves after a few days of treatment.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Castophene work?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Castophene works by stimulating the intestinal mucosa and constricting the smooth muscle. However, now a day this medicine is no longer used because it has been reported that it causes cancer.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Castophene?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Castophene is a brand name of phenolphthalein and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as stimulant laxatives. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of constipation.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Castophene cause diarrhea?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Castophene causes diarrhoea but the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 674

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