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Elidep Forte is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Elidep Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Elidep Forte is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Elidep Forte safe for pregnant women?
Elidep Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Elidep Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Elidep Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Elidep Forte. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Elidep Forte on the Kidneys?
Elidep Forte 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 Elidep Forte on the Liver?
Elidep Forte 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 Elidep Forte on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Elidep Forte on heart. So it is not known whether taking Elidep Forte will cause side effects on heart or not.
Elidep Forte 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 Elidep Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elidep Forte habit forming or addictive?
Elidep Forte can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Elidep Forte, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Elidep Forte can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Elidep Forte is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Elidep Forte can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elidep Forte
Taking Elidep Forte with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elidep Forte
Taking Elidep Forte with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Elidep Forte works by suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through the increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. This calms the brain and provides relief to the patient.
Yes, Elidep Forte causes low blood pressure in the patients who are taking it. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you are experiencing low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult with your doctor.
Yes, Elidep Forte is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses such as drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation and changes in libido. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, use of Elidep Forte for short-term can help in providing relief from anxiety through relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain.
Ideally Elidep Forte can be taken with food or without food post evening because its absorption is not affected by food. However, you are recommended to take it as per a doctor's instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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