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LC Kast, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup,Tablet. Other than this, LC Kast has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of LC Kast. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of LC Kast are Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Such side effects of LC Kast normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of LC Kast is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on LC Kast related warnings talks about LC Kast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
LC Kast is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for LC Kast have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that LC Kast is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
LC Kast 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of LC Kast safe for pregnant women?
LC Kast shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of LC Kast safe during breastfeeding?
LC Kast 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 LC Kast on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of LC Kast on kidney, information on safety of LC Kast for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of LC Kast on the Liver?
Side effects of LC Kast on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of LC Kast on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of LC Kast on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
LC Kast 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 LC Kast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this LC Kast habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to LC Kast.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the LC Kast can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take LC Kast only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of LC Kast in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and LC Kast
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking LC Kast together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and LC Kast
Information about the interaction of LC Kast and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, LC Kast is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
Yes, LC Kast can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, LC Kast can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Discontinuation of LC Kast on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, LC Kast can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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