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Betsalic S, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Lotion. The alternative uses of Betsalic S have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Betsalic S is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Betsalic S include Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Betsalic S side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Betsalic S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Betsalic S has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Betsalic S related warnings talks about Betsalic S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Betsalic S can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Betsalic S in conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB). Other contraindications of Betsalic S have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Betsalic S may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Betsalic S is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Betsalic S is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betsalic S is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betsalic S safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Betsalic S will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Betsalic S safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Betsalic S for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Betsalic S on the Kidneys?
Betsalic S rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betsalic S on the Liver?
Betsalic S is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Betsalic S on the Heart?
Betsalic S may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Betsalic S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betsalic S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betsalic S habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Betsalic S.
Interaction between Food and Betsalic S
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Betsalic S, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betsalic S
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Betsalic S with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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