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Ragacin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. The alternative uses of Ragacin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ragacin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Ragacin include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Some other side effects of Ragacin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ragacin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Ragacin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ragacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) must refrain from the use of Ragacin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ragacin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ragacin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ragacin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ragacin 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 Ragacin safe for pregnant women?
Ragacin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ragacin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ragacin safe during breastfeeding?
Ragacin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ragacin on the Kidneys?
Ragacin is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ragacin on the Liver?
Ragacin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Ragacin on the Heart?
Using Ragacin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Ragacin 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 Ragacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ragacin habit forming or addictive?
Ragacin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ragacin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Taking Ragacin may cause some problems.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ragacin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ragacin
When consumed with certain foods, Ragacin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ragacin
Information about the interaction of Ragacin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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