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Lamostad, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Lamostad has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Lamostad is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lamostad can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lamostad are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Lamostad's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lamostad has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lamostad related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Pancreatitis, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Lamostad since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lamostad contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Lamostad with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lamostad, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lamostad 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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Is the use of Lamostad safe for pregnant women?
Lamostad may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lamostad again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lamostad safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Lamostad as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Lamostad on the Kidneys?
Lamostad has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lamostad on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Lamostad on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Lamostad on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Lamostad for the heart.
Lamostad 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 Lamostad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lamostad habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lamostad.
Interaction between Food and Lamostad
Taking Lamostad with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamostad
Consumption of alcohol and Lamostad together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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