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Emcare 500 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Emcare 500 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Emcare 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Emcare 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Emcare 500 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emcare 500 Mg Tablet in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Emcare 500 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emcare 500 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Emcare 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Is the use of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Emcare may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Emcare, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Emcare should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Emcare rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Emcare is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Emcare 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Emcare without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emcare 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emcare 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Emcare 500 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Emcare 500 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Emcare 500 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emcare 500 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Emcare 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Emcare 500 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emcare 500 Mg Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Emcare 500 Mg Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Avoid taking Emcare along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, Emcare is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Discontinuing Emcare on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Emcare should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
It is recommended to avoid taking Emcare with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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