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Entacom Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Entacom Plus have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Entacom Plus 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Entacom Plus include Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Infection. Some other side effects of Entacom Plus have been listed ahead. These side effects of Entacom Plus are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Entacom Plus's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Entacom Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Entacom Plus related warnings section.
Entacom Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Depression as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Entacom Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Entacom Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Entacom Plus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Entacom Plus 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 Entacom Plus safe for pregnant women?
Entacom Plus may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Entacom Plus, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Entacom Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Entacom Plus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Entacom Plus on the Kidneys?
Entacom Plus rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Entacom Plus on the Liver?
Entacom Plus is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Entacom Plus on the Heart?
Entacom Plus is completely safe for the heart.
Entacom Plus 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 Entacom Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Entacom Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Entacom Plus.
Interaction between Food and Entacom Plus
When consumed with certain foods, Entacom Plus may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Entacom Plus
Taking alcohol with Entacom Plus can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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