Ampilong Ds, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ampilong Ds also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ampilong Ds depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ampilong Ds have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ampilong Ds go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ampilong Ds's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ampilong Ds related warnings talks about Ampilong Ds's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ampilong Ds can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ampilong Ds in conditions like Kidney Disease, Dermatitis, Kidney Stone. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ampilong Ds are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ampilong Ds may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ampilong Ds, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Ampilong Ds 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ampilong Ds is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ampilong Ds safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Ampilong Ds in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Ampilong Ds safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ampilong Ds. Immediately discontinue Ampilong Ds if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ampilong Ds on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Ampilong Ds on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Ampilong Ds on the Liver?
Ampilong Ds can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Ampilong Ds on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Ampilong Ds. 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.
Ampilong Ds 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 Ampilong Ds unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ampilong Ds habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ampilong Ds is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Ampilong Ds
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ampilong Ds and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ampilong Ds
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ampilong Ds with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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