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Lamizol Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Lamizol Plus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lamizol Plus depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Lamizol Plus include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. While these are the most often observed Lamizol Plus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lamizol Plus 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lamizol Plus is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lamizol Plus related warnings talks about Lamizol Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lamizol Plus is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. The section on Lamizol Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Lamizol Plus with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lamizol Plus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lamizol Plus 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 Lamizol Plus safe for pregnant women?
Lamizol Plus may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Lamizol Plus, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lamizol Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Lamizol Plus may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lamizol Plus should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Lamizol Plus on the Kidneys?
Lamizol Plus rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lamizol Plus on the Liver?
Side effects of Lamizol Plus on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Lamizol Plus on the Heart?
You can take Lamizol Plus without any fear of damage to the heart.
Lamizol Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lamizol Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lamizol Plus habit forming or addictive?
Lamizol Plus does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Lamizol Plus
Taking Lamizol Plus with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamizol Plus
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lamizol Plus with alcohol.
Yes, Lamizol Plus is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections.
No, Lamizol Plus is not used directly to treat diarrhea. However, it is used to treat the symptoms of giardiasis (intestinal infection) such as dehydration from diarrhea.
Yes, Lamizol Plus can cause stomach upset, abdominal cramps, constipation, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after taking this drug.
Lamizol Plus acts on the DNA structure of bacterial and protozoan cells and disrupts its helical structure resulting in the death of bacteria and protozoa. Infections caused due to pathogens are eradicated completely when taken in prescribed dosage and duration.
No, Lamizol Plus is not nephrotoxic (kidney damaging). However, if this drug is taken unnecessarily in excessive dosage then it can lead to kidney damage.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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