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Duphalac Liquid 60ml, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Liquid. It is primarily used for the treatment of Constipation. Other than this, Duphalac Liquid 60ml has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Duphalac Liquid 60ml depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Duphalac Liquid 60ml side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Duphalac Liquid 60ml go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Duphalac Liquid 60ml's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Duphalac Liquid 60ml related warnings talks about Duphalac Liquid 60ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Duphalac Liquid 60ml is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Galactosemia are examples of such conditions. The section on Duphalac Liquid 60ml contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Duphalac Liquid 60ml may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Duphalac Liquid 60ml is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Duphalac Liquid 60ml 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 Duphalac Liquid 60ml safe for pregnant women?
Duphalac is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Duphalac Liquid 60ml safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Duphalac on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Duphalac Liquid 60ml on the Kidneys?
Duphalac does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Duphalac Liquid 60ml on the Liver?
Duphalac is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Duphalac Liquid 60ml 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 Liquid 60ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Duphalac Liquid 60ml habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Duphalac Liquid 60ml.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Duphalac Liquid 60ml since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Duphalac Liquid 60ml is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Duphalac Liquid 60ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Duphalac Liquid 60ml
Taking Duphalac Liquid 60ml with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Duphalac Liquid 60ml
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Duphalac Liquid 60ml 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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