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Gamamed is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion,Soap. Scabies, Head Lice are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Gamamed depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Gamamed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gamamed are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Gamamed's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Gamamed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gamamed related warnings section.
Gamamed is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Epilepsy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Gamamed have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Gamamed have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gamamed is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gamamed is used to treat the following -
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Gamamed safe for pregnant women?
Gamamed shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Gamamed safe during breastfeeding?
Gamamed may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Gamamed, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Gamamed.
What is the effect of Gamamed on the Kidneys?
Gamamed has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gamamed on the Liver?
Gamamed may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gamamed on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Gamamed on the heart have been reported.
Gamamed 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 Gamamed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gamamed habit forming or addictive?
Gamamed is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gamamed does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gamamed only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gamamed in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gamamed
There is no information on the effects of taking Gamamed with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gamamed
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gamamed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lindane (LIHN-dane) Lotion
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lindane Shampoo
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 903
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 777-778