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Ketostar O is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. The alternative uses of Ketostar O have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ketostar O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Ketostar O include Weight gain. Some other side effects of Ketostar O have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ketostar O normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Ketostar O's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Ketostar O related warnings talks about Ketostar O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ketostar O is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Ketostar O contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ketostar O have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ketostar O is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ketostar O 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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ketostar O safe for pregnant women?
Ketostar O shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ketostar O safe during breastfeeding?
Ketostar O should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ketostar O on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Ketostar O. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ketostar O on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ketostar O. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ketostar O only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ketostar O on the Heart?
Ketostar O is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ketostar O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ketostar O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketostar O habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ketostar O has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Ketostar O
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ketostar O and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketostar O
Consumption of alcohol and Ketostar O together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Ketostar O can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Take Ketostar O if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Take Ketostar O as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes Ketostar O is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
No, Ketostar O is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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