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Lozifate, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Lozifate have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Lozifate depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Lozifate include Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lozifate can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lozifate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Lozifate's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lozifate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lozifate can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lozifate in conditions like Diabetes. Other contraindications of Lozifate have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Lozifate may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Lozifate is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lozifate 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lozifate is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Lozifate safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Lozifate will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Lozifate safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Lozifate in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Lozifate on the Kidneys?
Lozifate rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lozifate on the Liver?
Lozifate is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lozifate on the Heart?
Lozifate is not harmful for the heart.
Lozifate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lozifate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lozifate habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lozifate is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lozifate you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lozifate should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lozifate for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lozifate
It is safe to take Lozifate with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lozifate
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lozifate and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Lozifate might cause drowsiness. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised to not drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
No, Lozifate does not case black stools. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing black stools after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Lozifate is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Usually, Lozifate is given for short-term treatment for up to 8 weeks. You are advised to take Lozifate as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
Yes, Lozifate can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Lozifate. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Lozifate.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience