Epalrestat Tablet - Alrista SR Tablet

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Contains / Salt: Epalrestat (150 mg)

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Epalrestat Information

Epalrestat is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Epalrestat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Epalrestat Benefits & Uses

Epalrestat is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetic Neuropathy

Epalrestat Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Diabetic Neuropathy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetic Neuropathy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Epalrestat Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Epalrestat is used -

Moderate

Edema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Liver Function Abnormal
Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
Numbness or tingling
Diarrhoea
Gastrointestinal discomfort

Epalrestat Related Warnings

Is the use of Epalrestat safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Epalrestat. If you are pregnant, do not take Epalrestat without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Epalrestat safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Epalrestat on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Epalrestat will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Epalrestat on the Kidneys?

Epalrestat has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Epalrestat on the Liver?

Epalrestat can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Epalrestat on the Heart?

Epalrestat has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Epalrestat Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Epalrestat unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Epalrestat

Is this Epalrestat habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Epalrestat.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Epalrestat does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Epalrestat only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Epalrestat is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Epalrestat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epalrestat

There is no information on the effects of taking Epalrestat with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Epalrestat

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Epalrestat.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 279

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