Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1
Exapride, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cartridge, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
The optimal dosage of Exapride 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Exapride also has some side effects, the most common being Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Exapride as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Exapride are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Exapride's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. In addition, Exapride's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Exapride related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Pancreatitis, Thyroid Cancer, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Exapride since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Exapride contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Exapride have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Exapride, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Exapride 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
|
| Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Exapride safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Exapride.
Is the use of Exapride safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Exapride on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Exapride on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Exapride can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Exapride on the Liver?
Use of Exapride may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Exapride on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Exapride on the heart have been reported.
Exapride 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 Exapride unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Exapride habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Exapride is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Exapride as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Exapride should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Exapride cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Exapride
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Exapride with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Exapride
Taking Exapride with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Byetta® (exenatide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 273
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 543-545