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Ecator is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Ecator has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ecator depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Ecator include Confusion. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ecator can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ecator normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Ecator's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Ecator's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ecator can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ecator in conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). The section on Ecator contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ecator have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ecator is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ecator 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
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Is the use of Ecator safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ecator. If you are pregnant, do not take Ecator without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ecator safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ecator on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ecator on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ecator on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ecator on the Liver?
Ecator may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ecator on the Heart?
Ecator is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ecator 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 Ecator unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecator habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ecator.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ecator. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ecator should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ecator for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ecator
Taking Ecator with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecator
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ecator with alcohol.
Yes, Ecator may cause a cough. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe cough after taking this medicine then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Ideally, Ecator should be taken by mouth once or twice daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, kidney disease, lupus, and scleroderma.
No, use of Ecator does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Ecator has been reported to cause constipation in patients who are taking it but it occurs very rarely. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Rarely, Ecator causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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