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Galop is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Galop have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Galop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Galop as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Galop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Galop's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Galop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Galop related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Galop contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Galop with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Galop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Galop 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 Galop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Galop. It is best to stop taking Galop immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Galop safe during breastfeeding?
Galop 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 Galop on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Galop on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Galop on the Liver?
Galop is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Galop on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Galop on the heart have been reported.
Galop 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 Galop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Galop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Galop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Galop, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Galop can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Galop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Galop works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Galop
You can take Galop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Galop
Consumption of alcohol and Galop together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Galop may cause increased thirst but it occurs only in a few cases. This is because Galop sometimes causes low levels of sodium (hyponatremia) which leads to increased thirst. This side effect is reversible and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
No, Galop is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Yes, Galop causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Yes, Galop causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Yes, Galop can be taken with lorazepam. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Galop along with lorazepam if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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