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Certican is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Kidney Cancer. Certican also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Certican is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Certican are Weakness, Sinus inflammation, Infection. While these are the most often observed Certican side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Certican are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Certican is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Certican has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Certican related warnings section.
Certican is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Certican contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Certican may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Certican is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Certican 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 |
Adult(Female) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Certican safe for pregnant women?
Certican can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Certican safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Certican may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Certican should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Certican on the Kidneys?
Certican can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Certican on the Liver?
Certican may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Certican on the Heart?
Certican can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Certican 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 Certican unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Certican habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Certican has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Certican as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Certican is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Certican for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Certican
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Certican and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Certican
Drinking alcohol while taking Certican may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Afinitor(everolimus)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 882