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Egeptin 16 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meniere's Disease, Vertigo. Secondary and off-label uses of Egeptin 16 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Egeptin 16 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Egeptin 16 Tablet are Headache, Indigestion. Some other side effects of Egeptin 16 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Egeptin 16 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Egeptin 16 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Egeptin 16 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Egeptin 16 Tablet related warnings section.
Egeptin 16 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Egeptin 16 Tablet in conditions like Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Egeptin 16 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Egeptin 16 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Egeptin 16 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Egeptin 16 Tablet 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
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Is the use of Egeptin 16 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Egeptin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Egeptin 16 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Egeptin for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Egeptin 16 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Egeptin 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 Egeptin 16 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Egeptin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Egeptin 16 Tablet on the Heart?
Egeptin 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Egeptin 16 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Egeptin 16 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Egeptin 16 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Egeptin 16 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Egeptin 16 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Egeptin 16 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Egeptin 16 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Egeptin 16 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Egeptin 16 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Egeptin 16 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Discontinuation of Egeptin on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Egeptin can be taken with amitriptyline. Egeptin has not clinically evaluated when taken with amitriptyline. Hence there are no reported drug interactions are found between them.
No, Egeptin should not be taken with an antihistamine. It reduces the effects of antihistamine theoretically and also not work properly if taken together.
No, you can not buy Egeptin over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Egeptin can be used to treat a migraine associated with vertigo. However, it is off-label use of this drug and should be taken only on doctor's advice. Its primary use is to treat vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss associated with Meniere's disease.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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