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Walibur is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Walibur have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Walibur is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
While these are the most often observed Walibur side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Walibur are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Walibur has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Walibur related warnings talks about Walibur's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Walibur is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Walibur contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Walibur with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Walibur is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Walibur 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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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 Walibur is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Walibur safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Walibur. It is best to stop taking Walibur immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Walibur safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Walibur. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Walibur on the Kidneys?
Walibur may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Walibur on the Liver?
Using Walibur does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Walibur on the Heart?
Walibur is completely safe for the heart.
Walibur should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Walibur unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Walibur habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Walibur.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Walibur as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Walibur is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Walibur for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Walibur
Using Walibur with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Walibur
Information about the interaction of Walibur and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Rarely, Walibur causes fever and chills. If you are experiencing fever after taking this drug then try to take mild antipyretic medicine such as paracetamol even after this fever does not subsidise then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Walibur can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
No, Walibur does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Walibur is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Walibur covers MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is used effectively in the treatment of MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections.
Rarely, Walibur causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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