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Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Solution. It is typically used for the treatment of Constipation. Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Galactosemia must refrain from the use of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml 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.
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Is the use of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml safe for pregnant women?
Duphalac is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Duphalac on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml on the Kidneys?
Duphalac does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml on the Liver?
Duphalac is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml on the Heart?
You can take Duphalac without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml
Taking Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Duphalac Oral Solution 450ml and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, it is safe to take Duphalac for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor, provided you take the exact prescribed amount. However, in some people, Duphalac may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, gas, diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps. If any of these side effects occur, one must speak to the doctor immediately.
No, it is not recommended that you use Duphalac with other laxatives as this might lead to diarrhea and hence, severe dehydration. It is also recommended that you talk to your doctor before taking any other laxative.
Yes, Duphalac can be used for the prevention of stroke. It gets fermented in the intestine and in the process, a large amount of hydrogen is produced which acts as an anti-oxidant and thus, prevents stroke. However, a large number of studies is still required to validate the association.
Duphalac is available in the form of liquid to be taken orally. For the management of constipation, it is usually, taken once a day and for the management of a liver disease, it is usually taken 3 to 4 times a day. It is important to take the quantity exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Taking higher or the lower dose may have an adverse effect, therefore, one should always be compliant with the prescription label or doctor's recommendation.
Self-medicating and then discontinuing Duphalac as per one's own will can have detrimental effects on one's health as there are chances of a relapse. It is thus recommended that one takes Duphalac as prescribed by the doctor and continues with the treatment as per the recommendations.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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