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Olprovate Gc, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. Other than this, Olprovate Gc has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olprovate Gc. 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 side effects typically associated with Olprovate Gc include Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Olprovate Gc have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Olprovate Gc 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.
In addition, Olprovate Gc's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olprovate Gc has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olprovate Gc related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) must refrain from the use of Olprovate Gc since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olprovate Gc are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Olprovate Gc may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Olprovate Gc is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olprovate Gc is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Olprovate Gc safe for pregnant women?
Olprovate GC can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Olprovate Gc safe during breastfeeding?
Olprovate GC is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olprovate Gc on the Kidneys?
Olprovate GC may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olprovate Gc on the Liver?
Olprovate GC is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olprovate Gc on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Olprovate GC for the heart.
Olprovate Gc 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 Olprovate Gc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olprovate Gc habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olprovate Gc has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Olprovate Gc
Taking Olprovate Gc with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olprovate Gc
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Olprovate Gc and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Olprovate GC is a brand name of betamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Olprovate GC is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Yes, Olprovate GC 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.
Take Olprovate GC as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Olprovate GC can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
No, Olprovate GC Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Olprovate GC can cause withdrawal symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and feeling of discomfort. To avoid the withdrawal symptoms, the dosage of this drug should be reduced gradually. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.
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