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Stemin Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Other than this, Stemin Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Stemin Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Stemin Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Stemin Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Stemin Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Stemin Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Stemin Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Stemin Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) must refrain from the use of Stemin Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Stemin Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Stemin Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Stemin Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Stemin Injection 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Stemin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Stemin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Stemin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Stemin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Stemin is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Stemin Injection on the Kidneys?
Stemin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Stemin Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Stemin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Stemin Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Stemin on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Stemin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stemin Injection habit forming or addictive?
Stemin Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Stemin Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Stemin Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Stemin Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stemin Injection
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Stemin Injection and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stemin Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Stemin Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Stemin can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact reason of stomach cramp is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
No, Stemin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Stemin suppresses the immune system which lowers the immunity that can lead to infection to the patient. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.
Stemin comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Stemin. A topical form of this drug (Cream, Ointment) should be applied gently on affected area 1 - 2 times daily as directed by the doctor.
Yes, Stemin can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
No, Stemin Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Stemin can cause withdrawal symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and feeling of discomfort. To avoid the withdrawal symptoms, the dosage of this drug should be reduced gradually. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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