Limandan Information

Limandan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure.

The right dosage of Limandan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Limandan include Decreased blood pressure, Nausea or vomiting, Insomnia. Usually, these side effects of Limandan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Limandan's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Limandan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Limandan related warnings section.

Limandan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Limandan in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). Some other conditions that can be affected by Limandan are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Limandan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Limandan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Limandan Benefits & Uses

Limandan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Failure

Limandan 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: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 24 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Loading dose: 6-24 mcg/kg over 10 min followed by 0.05-0.2 mcg/kg/min continuous infusion, adjust according to response.
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 24 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Loading dose: 6-24 mcg/kg over 10 min followed by 0.05-0.2 mcg/kg/min continuous infusion, adjust according to response.

Limandan Related Warnings

Is the use of Limandan safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Limandan will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Limandan safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Limandan for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Limandan on the Kidneys?

Limandan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Limandan on the Liver?

Limandan has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Limandan on the Heart?

Limandan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Limandan with Other Drugs

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

Limandan Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Limandan

Is this Limandan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Limandan.

No
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 Limandan can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Limandan 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?

There is no benefit of taking Limandan for mental disorders.

No

Limandan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Limandan

Taking Limandan with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Limandan

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Limandan.

Unknown