Becaplermin Benefits & Uses

Becaplermin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Becaplermin 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: Diabetic Foot Ulcer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: leave gel on affected area for twelve hours
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetic Foot Ulcer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: leave gel on affected area for twelve hours

Becaplermin Related Warnings

Is the use of Becaplermin safe for pregnant women?

Becaplermin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Becaplermin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Becaplermin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Becaplermin as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Becaplermin on the Kidneys?

Becaplermin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Becaplermin on the Liver?

Becaplermin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Becaplermin on the Heart?

You can take Becaplermin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Becaplermin Contraindications

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

Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Becaplermin

Is this Becaplermin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Becaplermin has not been reported.

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

Becaplermin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Becaplermin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Becaplermin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Becaplermin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Becaplermin

You can take Becaplermin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Becaplermin

Information about the interaction of Becaplermin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown