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Varioct, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acromegaly. The alternative uses of Varioct have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Varioct. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Varioct include Weight gain. Some other side effects of Varioct have been listed ahead. These side effects of Varioct are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Varioct's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Varioct related warnings talks about Varioct's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Varioct is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Varioct are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Varioct may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Varioct is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Varioct 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 Varioct safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Varioct will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Varioct safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Varioct in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Varioct on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Varioct. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Varioct on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Varioct. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Varioct only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Varioct on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Varioct. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Varioct should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Varioct unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Varioct habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Varioct is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Varioct as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Varioct is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Varioct is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Varioct
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Varioct, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Varioct
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Varioct with alcohol will be.
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References
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