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Tolkem D 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
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Is the use of Tolkem D safe for pregnant women?
Tolkem D can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Tolkem D right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Tolkem D safe during breastfeeding?
Tolkem D may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Tolkem D, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Tolkem D.
What is the effect of Tolkem D on the Kidneys?
Tolkem D has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tolkem D on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Tolkem D on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Tolkem D on the Heart?
Tolkem D has very mild side effects on the heart.
Tolkem 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 Tolkem D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tolkem D habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tolkem D is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Tolkem D since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Tolkem D is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Tolkem D in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Tolkem D
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Tolkem D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tolkem D
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tolkem D with alcohol will be.
Tolkem D works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
Yes, Tolkem D can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
No, Tolkem D does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Tolkem D has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
Yes, Tolkem D is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as epigastric pain (stomach pain), nausea, headache, dizziness, rashes, gastric ulceration, and bleeding are less common.
Yes, Tolkem D can cause the blood to become less viscous (thin).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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