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Dan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel, Tablet. Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Dan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Dan 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Dan have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Dan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Dan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dan related warnings section.
Dan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Dan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Dan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dan is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dan 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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Is the use of Dan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dan. If you are pregnant, do not take Dan without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dan safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Dan on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Dan on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Dan on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Dan on the Liver?
Effects of Dan on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dan on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Dan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Dan 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 Dan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Dan since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Dan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dan
There is no information on the effects of taking Dan with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dan
Taking Dan with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Dan should not be taken in Dengue because it can increase the risk of internal bleeding. Patients should consult a medical professional, take ample rest and drink plenty of fluids. However, paracetamol can be taken to bring down fever and reduce joint aches.
Dan should be always taken with a light meal. You are advised not to take it on empty stomach.
No, Dan does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
Dan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Dan can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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