Andromin Tablet Information

Andromin Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Andromin Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Andromin Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

The side effects typically associated with Andromin Tablet include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. While these are the most often observed Andromin Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Andromin Tablet 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Andromin Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Andromin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Andromin Tablet related warnings section.

Andromin Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina are examples of such conditions.

Additionally, Andromin Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Andromin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Andromin Benefits & Uses
Andromin Dosage & How to Take
Andromin Side Effects
Andromin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Andromin with Other Drugs
Andromin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Andromin
Andromin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Andromin Tablet Benefits & Uses

Andromin Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Andromin Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initial dose 5 mg, OD then increase up to 40 mg, OD as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initial dose 5 mg, OD then increase up to 40 mg, OD as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Initial dose 5 mg, OD then increase up to 40 mg, OD as needed
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 0.25 - 1 mg/kg/day

Andromin Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Andromin Tablet is used -

Moderate

Edema

Common

Flushing
Bloating or fullness
Swelling

Andromin Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Andromin Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Andromin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Andromin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Andromin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Andromin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Andromin Tablet on the Kidneys?

Andromin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Andromin Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Andromin on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Andromin Tablet on the Heart?

Andromin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Andromin Tablet with Other Drugs

Andromin Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Betamethasone

Andromin Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Andromin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Andromin Tablet

Is this Andromin Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Andromin Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Andromin Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Andromin Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Andromin Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Andromin Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Andromin Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Andromin Tablet

Taking Andromin Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Andromin Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Andromin Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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