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Flopace is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina. The alternative uses of Flopace have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flopace. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Flopace include Nervousness. While these are the most often observed Flopace side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Flopace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Flopace is Safe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Flopace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Flopace related warnings section.
Flopace is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bleeding are examples of such conditions. The section on Flopace contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Flopace with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flopace is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Flopace 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 Flopace safe for pregnant women?
Flopace is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Flopace safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Flopace in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Flopace on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Flopace. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Flopace on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Flopace on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Flopace on the Heart?
Flopace can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Flopace 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 Flopace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flopace habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flopace has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Flopace does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Flopace only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Flopace is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flopace
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Flopace with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flopace
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Flopace.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 620
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Angiomax® (bivalirudin)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Bivalirudin Apotex (bivalirudin)