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Apokyn is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Apokyn is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Apokyn safe for pregnant women?
Apokyn may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Apokyn again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Apokyn safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Apokyn. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Apokyn on the Kidneys?
Apokyn may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Apokyn on the Liver?
Apokyn is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Apokyn on the Heart?
Apokyn is rarely harmful for the heart.
Apokyn should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Apokyn unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Apokyn habit forming or addictive?
Apokyn does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Apokyn, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Apokyn can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Apokyn only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Apokyn has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Apokyn
Taking Apokyn with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Apokyn
Taking Apokyn with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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 661
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Apokyn® (apomorphine hydrochloride)