Astin D Information
Astin D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Astin D have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Astin D 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Astin D also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Astin D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Astin D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Astin D's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Astin D related warnings talks about Astin D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Astin D since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Astin D contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Astin D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Astin D, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Astin D Benefits & Uses
Astin D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Astin D 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Astin D Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Astin D is used -
Moderate
- Memory problems
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Mild
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Allergic reaction
- Nausea or vomiting
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
- पेट की गैस
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Irritability
- Weakness
- Photophobia
Common
- Headache
- Nasopharyngitis
- Diarrhoea
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
- Joint Swelling
Unknown
- Hypertension
Astin D Related Warnings
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Is the use of Astin D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Astin D without worrying about any side effects.
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Is the use of Astin D safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Astin D.
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What is the effect of Astin D on the Kidneys?
Astin D is completely safe for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Astin D on the Liver?
Astin D is completely safe for the liver.
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What is the effect of Astin D on the Heart?
Astin D is not harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Astin D with Other Drugs
Astin D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Astin D Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Astin D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Hypothyroidism
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Diabetes
- Alcoholism
- Trauma
- Arrhythmia
- Dehydration
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Astin D
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Is this Astin D habit forming or addictive?
Astin D does not cause addiction.
Astin D Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Astin D
Astin D may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Astin D
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Astin D with alcohol.
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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