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Qusotrin Benefits & Uses

Qusotrin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Qusotrin Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Qusotrin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Qusotrin is used -

Moderate

Hypercholesterolaemia
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)

Qusotrin Related Warnings

Is the use of Qusotrin safe for pregnant women?

Qusotrin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Qusotrin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Qusotrin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Qusotrin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Qusotrin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Qusotrin again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Qusotrin on the Kidneys?

Qusotrin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Qusotrin on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Qusotrin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Qusotrin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Qusotrin on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Qusotrin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Qusotrin with Other Drugs

Qusotrin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Vitamin A

Tetracycline

Minocycline

Moderate

Adapalene

Alcohol

Cholestyramine

Qusotrin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Qusotrin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Hearing Loss
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Depression
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Qusotrin

Is this Qusotrin habit forming or addictive?

Qusotrin is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Qusotrin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Qusotrin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Qusotrin for mental disorders.

No

Qusotrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Qusotrin

Qusotrin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Qusotrin

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Qusotrin

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Qusotrin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Qusotrin is a prescription drug, hence do not take Qusotrin without consulting doctor. This drug is specifically very harmful for patients and pregnant women or women planning pregnancy should not take it.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I donate blood after taking Qusotrin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you are not supposed to donate blood donate after taking this drug. Blood can be only donated after one month of stopping this medicine Qusotrin. This medicine has some adverse effects which can be passed on from the doner to the receiver. Please inform the doctor and deny blood deny blood donation while taking Qusotrin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Qusotrin cause irregular periods or bleeding between periods?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Qusotrin does not cause irregular periods. So far, no direct association between Qusotrin use and irregular menses or bleeding between periods has been established.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Qusotrin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Qusotrin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Qusotrin increase weight?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Qusotrin does increases weight. There are no reports of weight gain after taking this drug. If you experience any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor.

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Qusotrin Information

Qusotrin Benefits & Uses

Qusotrin Dosage & How to Take

Qusotrin Side Effects

Qusotrin Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Qusotrin with Other Drugs

Qusotrin Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Qusotrin

Qusotrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Qusotrin

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Qusotrin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I donate blood after taking Qusotrin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can Qusotrin cause irregular periods or bleeding between periods?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Qusotrin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Qusotrin increase weight?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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