Consium, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Brain Tumour. Secondary and off-label uses of Consium have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Consium depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Consium include Difficulty talking. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Consium as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Consium normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Consium's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Consium's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Consium can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Consium in conditions like Anemia, Bleeding, Blood Cancer. Other contraindications of Consium have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Consium may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Consium, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Consium 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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Is the use of Consium safe for pregnant women?
Consium shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Consium safe during breastfeeding?
Consium may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Consium on the Kidneys?
Consium may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Consium on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Consium. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Consium on the Heart?
Consium is rarely harmful for the heart.
Consium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Consium unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Consium habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Consium is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Consium you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Consium only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Consium cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Consium
You can take Consium with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Consium
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Consium and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; BiCNU (carmustine)