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Lopram, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression.
The correct dosage of Lopram depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lopram can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lopram are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Lopram has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lopram's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lopram is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Lopram contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Lopram may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Lopram is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lopram is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Lopram safe for pregnant women?
Lopram may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lopram again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lopram safe during breastfeeding?
Lopram 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 Lopram on the Kidneys?
Lopram rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lopram on the Liver?
Lopram has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lopram on the Heart?
Lopram may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lopram should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lopram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lopram habit forming or addictive?
Lopram does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lopram. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lopram is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lopram has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lopram
You can take Lopram with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopram
Consuming Lopram with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Celexa® (citalopram HBr)
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