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Dimercaprol is used to treat the following -
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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dimercaprol is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Dimercaprol safe for pregnant women?
Dimercaprol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Dimercaprol safe during breastfeeding?
Dimercaprol may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Dimercaprol, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Dimercaprol.
What is the effect of Dimercaprol on the Kidneys?
Dimercaprol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dimercaprol on the Liver?
Side effects of Dimercaprol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Dimercaprol on the Heart?
Dimercaprol is not harmful for the heart.
Dimercaprol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dimercaprol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dimercaprol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dimercaprol.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dimercaprol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Dimercaprol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dimercaprol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dimercaprol
Taking Dimercaprol with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dimercaprol
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dimercaprol with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 905-906
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; BAL (Dimercaprol