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Egliton is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Egliton have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Egliton depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Egliton include Blurred vision, Agitation, Dyspepsia. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Egliton can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Egliton are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Egliton has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Egliton's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Egliton is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Egliton have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Egliton may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Egliton is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Egliton 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 |
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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 Egliton safe for pregnant women?
Egliton may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Egliton, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Egliton safe during breastfeeding?
Egliton has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Egliton on the Kidneys?
Egliton rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Egliton on the Liver?
Egliton has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Egliton on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Egliton on the heart have been reported.
Egliton 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 Egliton unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Egliton habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Egliton is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Egliton you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Egliton is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Egliton cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Egliton
It is safe to take Egliton with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Egliton
Consumption of alcohol and Egliton together may have severe effects on your health.
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; Intron® A (Interferon alfa-2b)