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Latocom is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. The alternative uses of Latocom have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Latocom depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Latocom include Eye Burning, Rash, Photophobia. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Latocom can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Latocom are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Latocom is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Latocom has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Latocom related warnings section.
Latocom is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE), Heart Failure, Diabetes as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Latocom have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Latocom may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Latocom is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Latocom is used to treat the following -
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 Latocom safe for pregnant women?
Latocom can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Latocom, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Latocom safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Latocom. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Latocom on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Latocom on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Latocom on the Liver?
Side effects of Latocom rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Latocom on the Heart?
Latocom has very mild side effects on the heart.
Latocom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Latocom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Latocom habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Latocom.
Interaction between Food and Latocom
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Latocom and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Latocom
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Latocom as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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