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K Tron is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet, Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of K Tron depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of K Tron have been listed ahead. Such side effects of K Tron normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that K Tron has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on K Tron related warnings talks about K Tron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of K Tron since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by K Tron are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, K Tron may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that K Tron is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
K Tron 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
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 K Tron is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of K Tron safe for pregnant women?
K Tron is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of K Tron safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of K Tron for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of K Tron on the Kidneys?
K Tron does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of K Tron on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking K Tron. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of K Tron on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by K Tron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
K Tron 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 K Tron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this K Tron habit forming or addictive?
K Tron does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking K Tron as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take K Tron only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, K Tron cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and K Tron
It is safe to take K Tron with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and K Tron
Taking K Tron with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
K Tron belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
Yes, K Tron may cause drowsiness because this drug has been reported to induce sleep. Ensure you do not drive or do some high precision work. To avoid excessive drowsiness with this medicine you are encouraged to take adequate night-time sleep, keeping distractions out of the bedroom, going to sleep and getting up at consistent times, eating light at lunchtime, putting in some form of a physical activity, avoiding taking naps during the day, and avoiding alcohol at night.
No, K Tron is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Yes, K Tron can be taken for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting a lot of people. It causes gas, abdominal discomfort and changes in the bowel movement like diarrhea or constipation. The disease can be controlled by altering the diet and eating more of fibre and less of fats, alcohol, caffeine and spicy food. Increasing physical activity and reducing stress can also help greatly.
Yes, K Tron can be used for the symptom alleviation in anxiety, however, more clinical trials are needed to confirm this association. Anxiety can also be effectively managed by breathing deeply, practicing meditation, and not taking much stress. In case of severe anxiety please speak to your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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