Hansepran Information

Hansepran is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Leprosy.

The correct dosage of Hansepran depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Hansepran also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hansepran can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Hansepran 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.

It is also important to note that Hansepran has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Hansepran's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hansepran related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hansepran contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Hansepran with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Hansepran is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Hansepran Benefits & Uses
Hansepran Dosage & How to Take
Hansepran Side Effects
Hansepran Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Hansepran with Other Drugs
Hansepran Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Hansepran
Hansepran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Hansepran Benefits & Uses

Hansepran is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Leprosy

Hansepran Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs
Geriatric	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs

Hansepran Related Warnings

Is the use of Hansepran safe for pregnant women?

Hansepran can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Hansepran, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Hansepran safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Hansepran may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Hansepran should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Hansepran on the Kidneys?

Using Hansepran does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Hansepran on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Hansepran on the liver, information on safety of Hansepran for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Hansepran on the Heart?

Information about safety of Hansepran for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Hansepran with Other Drugs

Hansepran should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Haloperidol

Clozapine

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Promethazine

Hansepran Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hansepran unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Skin Discolouration

Frequently asked Questions about Hansepran

Is this Hansepran habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Hansepran is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Hansepran. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Hansepran is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Hansepran cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Hansepran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hansepran

It is safe to take Hansepran with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hansepran

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Hansepran and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown