Beap is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel, Tablet. Other than this, Beap has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Beap depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Beap are Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Beap as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Beap 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, Beap's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Beap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Beap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Beap have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Beap with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Beap is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Beap 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Beap safe for pregnant women?
Beap may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Beap again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Beap safe during breastfeeding?
Beap may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Beap, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Beap.
What is the effect of Beap on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Beap. 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 Beap on the Liver?
Beap 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 Beap on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Beap on the heart have been reported.
Beap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Beap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Beap habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Beap.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Beap you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Beap only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Beap is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Beap
Taking Beap with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Beap
Consumption of alcohol and Beap together may have severe effects on your health.
Beap works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Yes, Beap can be taken for relieving symptoms of a headache. However, there are better medicines available for treating headache effectively.
Yes, Beap causes gastritis. Less frequently, gastritis has been reported. However, if you experience severe gastritis after consuming this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Beap is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Beap and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
Yes, Beap can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
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References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
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