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Altipod is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Altipod have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Altipod. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Altipod can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Altipod are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Altipod's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Altipod's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Altipod contraindications section.
Additionally, Altipod may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Altipod, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Altipod 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Altipod safe for pregnant women?
Altipod rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Altipod safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Altipod. If you see any side effects, stop taking Altipod immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Altipod again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Altipod on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Altipod. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Altipod on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Altipod. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Altipod only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Altipod on the Heart?
Altipod has very mild side effects on the heart.
Altipod 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 Altipod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Altipod habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Altipod has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Altipod does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Altipod is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Altipod in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Altipod
It is safe to take Altipod with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Altipod
Information about the interaction of Altipod and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, you can use Altipod to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Yes, Altipod is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid taking Altipod with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Altipod can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Rarely Altipod can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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