Balista Information

Balista is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Balista has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Balista depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Balista side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Balista 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Balista is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Balista's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Balista contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Balista with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Balista, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Balista Benefits & Uses

Balista is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Balista 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Balista Related Warnings

Is the use of Balista safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Balista during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Balista safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Balista in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Balista is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Balista on the Kidneys?

Balista may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Balista on the Liver?

Balista 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Balista on the Heart?

Side effects of Balista rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Balista with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Hydrocortisone

Prednisolone

Moderate

Aspirin

Metformin

Acarbose

Pioglitazone

Balista Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Balista

Is this Balista habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Balista.

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

Balista will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Balista should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Balista in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Balista Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Balista

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Balista and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Balista

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Balista.

Unknown