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Zivast L is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Zivast L have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Zivast L depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Zivast L also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zivast L can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Zivast L normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zivast L is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zivast L has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zivast L related warnings section.
Zivast L is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zivast L contraindications section.
Besides this, Zivast L may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zivast L is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zivast L 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zivast L is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zivast L safe for pregnant women?
Zivast L has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zivast L without medical advice.
Is the use of Zivast L safe during breastfeeding?
Zivast L may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zivast L on the Kidneys?
Using Zivast L does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Zivast L on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zivast L on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zivast L on the Heart?
Zivast L is rarely harmful for the heart.
Zivast L 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 Zivast L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zivast L habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Zivast L is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Zivast L
Taking Zivast L with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zivast L
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zivast L as it can have severe side effects.
No, Zivast L is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Zivast L should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Zivast L has been reported to cause diarrhea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Zivast L does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Zivast L might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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