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Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet are Slow heart rate (pulse). While these are the most often observed Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate). Other contraindications of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Seloken can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Seloken on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Seloken is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Seloken may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Seloken on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet
Taking Seloken XL 25 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Take Seloken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Do not take the medicine on empty stomach, take it with food or just after food. Please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions regarding when to take and how to take.
Seloken works by inhibiting the functioning of certain natural chemicals in the body like epinephrine, which in turn leads to the widening of the blood vessels. This abolishes heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
It is recommended to avoid taking Seloken with ibuprofen because of the concurrent use of these two medicines can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Seloken. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Seloken can make you feel tired, because it drops your heart rate, and if your heart rate is dropped, the amount of blood that your heart is pumping also decreases. This creates symptoms of fatigue, impotence, drowsiness, and lethargy. Please consult your doctor if you feel tired after taking this drug.
Yes, Seloken can affect fertility. As per clinical studies, fertility defect was found in animal models, human clinical trial on fertility is still pending. You should take precaution while taking medicine during pregnancy. However, it is best to inform the doctor before taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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