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Livogen Captab (15) is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia. Livogen Captab (15) 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 Livogen Captab (15). The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Livogen Captab (15) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Livogen Captab (15) 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Livogen Captab (15) is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Livogen Captab (15)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Livogen Captab (15) contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Livogen Captab (15) with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Livogen Captab (15) is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Livogen Captab (15) 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Livogen Captab (15) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Livogen without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Livogen Captab (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Livogen.
What is the effect of Livogen Captab (15) on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Livogen on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Livogen Captab (15) on the Liver?
Using Livogen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Livogen Captab (15) on the Heart?
Livogen is not harmful for the heart.
Livogen Captab (15) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Livogen Captab (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Livogen Captab (15) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Livogen Captab (15) has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Livogen Captab (15)
It is safe to take Livogen Captab (15) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Livogen Captab (15)
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Livogen Captab (15) with alcohol.
The major role of Livogen is the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia. It also has immune-enhancing, cognition enhancing and anticancer activities.
Livogen is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, syrup, drop, suspension, and injection. It is to be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. One should take the dose at the same time every day to avoid missing or skipping it. Livogen may cause nausea, diarrhea and stomach cramps. It is, therefore, important to take it with some food. Milk, calcium, and antacids should not be taken at the same time as that of Livogen.
No, Livogen doesn't cause leg cramps. In fact, deficiency of iron leads to leg cramps.
It is safe to take Livogen in the recommended doses. However, in some people, it may cause certain side effects like nausea, vomiting, cramps, etc. If you experience any of these side effects, please report to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Livogen can be taken with vitamin C as the latter increases the absorption of iron into the body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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