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Lecithin is a prescription medicine. Nutritional Deficiency are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Lecithin have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lecithin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Lecithin also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lecithin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lecithin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Lecithin's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Lecithin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Lecithin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Lecithin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Lecithin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lecithin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lecithin is used -
Common
Is the use of Lecithin safe for pregnant women?
Lecithin has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Lecithin safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lecithin on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lecithin on the Kidneys?
Lecithin is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lecithin on the Liver?
Lecithin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Lecithin on the Heart?
Lecithin is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lecithin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lecithin habit forming or addictive?
Lecithin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lecithin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Lecithin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lecithin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lecithin
Taking Lecithin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lecithin
Information about the interaction of Lecithin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience