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Telura is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Telura have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Telura is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Telura can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Telura are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Telura's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Telura related warnings talks about Telura's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Pancreatitis, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Telura since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Telura are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Telura may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Telura, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Telura 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 Telura safe for pregnant women?
Telura has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Telura without medical advice.
Is the use of Telura safe during breastfeeding?
Telura has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Telura on the Kidneys?
Telura is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Telura on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Telura on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Telura on the Heart?
Telura may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Telura 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 Telura unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telura habit forming or addictive?
Telura is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Telura
You can take Telura with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telura
Consumption of alcohol and Telura together may have severe effects on your health.
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