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Lester P, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Lester P has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lester P. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Lester P include Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lester P as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lester P go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lester P is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lester P has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lester P related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy must refrain from the use of Lester P since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lester P contraindications section.
Besides this, Lester P may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Lester P, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lester P 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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Lester P safe for pregnant women?
Lester P can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Lester P, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lester P safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Lester P. If you see any side effects, stop taking Lester P immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Lester P again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lester P on the Kidneys?
Lester P can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lester P on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Lester P. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Lester P on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lester P on the heart have been reported.
Lester P should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lester P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lester P habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lester P is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lester P. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Lester P is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lester P in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lester P
Taking Lester P with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lester P
Taking Lester P with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Lester P can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
No, Lester P is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without any further delay.
No, you can not take Lester P with the antihypertensive drugs because it reduces the effects of the antihypertensive medicine. However, if you experience any sign and symptoms of an adverse reaction after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Lester P cannot be taken with aspirin. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Lester P is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patient's to take this drug unnessacarily without doctor's advise.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
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