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Eptide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Attack. Eptide also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Eptide is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Eptide are Confusion, Blurred vision, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Eptide as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Eptide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Eptide is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Eptide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Eptide is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bleeding, Stroke, Trauma are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Eptide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Eptide have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Eptide is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Eptide 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
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Is the use of Eptide safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Eptide for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Eptide safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Eptide in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Eptide is unavailable.
What is the effect of Eptide on the Kidneys?
Eptide may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eptide on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Eptide. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Eptide on the Heart?
Eptide may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Eptide 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 Eptide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eptide habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Eptide.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Eptide since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Eptide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Eptide is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eptide
There is no information on the effects of taking Eptide with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eptide
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Eptide.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Integrilin® (eptifibatide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 631
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 512-514
