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Tioform is a prescription medicine that is available as a Respicaps, Inhaler. The alternative uses of Tioform have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tioform. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tioform have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tioform are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Tioform's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tioform's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tioform can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tioform in conditions like Angioedema. The section on Tioform contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Tioform may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tioform is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Tioform 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 Tioform safe for pregnant women?
Tioform should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Tioform safe during breastfeeding?
Tioform may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tioform on the Kidneys?
Tioform has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tioform on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Tioform. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Tioform on the Heart?
Tioform can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Tioform 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 Tioform unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tioform habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tioform has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Tioform
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tioform, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tioform
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tioform as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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