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Epripride is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Epripride have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Epripride depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Epripride side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Epripride are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Epripride has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Epripride related warnings talks about Epripride's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Epripride can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Epripride in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Other contraindications of Epripride have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Epripride may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Epripride is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Epripride 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Epripride is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Epripride safe for pregnant women?
Epripride should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Epripride safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Epripride on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Epripride on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Epripride on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Epripride on the Liver?
Effects of Epripride on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Epripride on the Heart?
Epripride may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Epripride 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 Epripride unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Epripride habit forming or addictive?
Epripride does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Epripride
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Epripride and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Epripride
Taking Epripride with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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