Dutam Benefits & Uses

Dutam is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Dutam 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
Adult	Disease: Myoclonus Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Myoclonus Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dutam Related Warnings

Is the use of Dutam safe for pregnant women?

Dutam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Dutam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Dutam safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Dutam may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dutam should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Dutam on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Dutam on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Dutam on the Liver?

Dutam has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Dutam on the Heart?

Side effects of Dutam rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dutam with Other Drugs

Dutam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Dutam Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Dutam

Is this Dutam habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dutam.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Dutam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Dutam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Dutam can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Dutam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dutam

You can take Dutam with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dutam

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dutam as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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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 490

DUTAM 400MG TABLET 10S