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Dip A is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Dip A have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Dip A depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Dip A side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Dip A are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Dip A's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dip A related warnings talks about Dip A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Dip A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dip A in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dip A contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Dip A with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dip A is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Dip A 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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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Dip A safe for pregnant women?
Dip A has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Dip A without medical advice.
Is the use of Dip A safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Dip A. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Dip A on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Dip A on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Dip A on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dip A on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dip A on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Dip A on the heart have been reported.
Dip A 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 Dip A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dip A habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dip A is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Dip A
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Dip A to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dip A
Information about the interaction of Dip A and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Dip A is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.
No, Dip A does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Dip A might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
No, use of Dip A has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
Dip A comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Yes, Dip A can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Dip A and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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