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Positran is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Positran. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Positran as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Positran are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Positran is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Positran has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Positran related warnings section.
Positran is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Positran are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Positran with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Positran is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Positran 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
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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Positran safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Positran without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Positran safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Positran as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Positran on the Kidneys?
Positran is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Positran on the Liver?
Positran can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Positran on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Positran. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Positran should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Positran unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Positran habit forming or addictive?
Positran is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Positran. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Positran is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Positran for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Positran
It is safe to take Positran with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Positran
Consuming Positran with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Positran can cause constipation. Some of the other side effects are a headache and dizziness. Constipation is a debilitating disorder which can be prevented by drinking a lot of water, eating more of fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, taking probiotic food, and avoiding dairy products.
Yes, Positran may cause drowsiness because this drug has been reported to induce sleep. Ensure you do not drive or do some high precision work. To avoid excessive drowsiness with this medicine you are encouraged to take adequate night-time sleep, keeping distractions out of the bedroom, going to sleep and getting up at consistent times, eating light at lunchtime, putting in some form of a physical activity, avoiding taking naps during the day, and avoiding alcohol at night.
No, Positran is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Positran must be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not take more or less of it as it may cause side effects or disease relapse.
Yes, Positran can be taken with pantoprazole as there are no records of any drug interaction. Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor which is used for treating acidity. Acidity can be managed by avoiding eating acidic and spicy foods, avoiding smoking, and avoiding sleep within 3 hours of taking meals.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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