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Ricovir Em is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Ricovir Em has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ricovir Em 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.
While these are the most often observed Ricovir Em side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ricovir Em are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ricovir Em's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Ricovir Em's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ricovir Em related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Ricovir Em since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ricovir Em are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ricovir Em with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ricovir Em, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ricovir Em 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ricovir Em safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ricovir EM in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ricovir Em safe during breastfeeding?
Ricovir EM has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ricovir Em on the Kidneys?
Ricovir EM rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ricovir Em on the Liver?
Side effects of Ricovir EM rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ricovir Em on the Heart?
Ricovir EM may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ricovir Em 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 Ricovir Em unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ricovir Em habit forming or addictive?
Ricovir Em is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ricovir Em
Taking Ricovir Em with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ricovir Em
Taking Ricovir Em with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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