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Toby D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. The alternative uses of Toby D have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Toby D. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Toby D include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Toby D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Toby D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Toby D is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Toby D related warnings talks about Toby D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Toby D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Toby D have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Toby D may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Toby D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Toby D 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 Toby D safe for pregnant women?
Toby D has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Toby D without medical advice.
Is the use of Toby D safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Toby D. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Toby D on the Kidneys?
Toby D has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Toby D on the Liver?
Using Toby D does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Toby D on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Toby D for the heart.
Toby D 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 Toby D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Toby D habit forming or addictive?
Toby D is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Toby D
Taking Toby D with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Toby D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Toby D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Toby D can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Precautions must be taken in patients with hypothyroidism, cirrhosis, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ulcerative colitis, thromboembolic disorders, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-sodium, low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Toby D.
Yes, Toby D can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Take Toby D as adviced by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Toby D is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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