Dipsalic Lotion Information
Dipsalic Lotion, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Lotion. Secondary and off-label uses of Dipsalic Lotion have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Dipsalic Lotion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Dipsalic Lotion include Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dipsalic Lotion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Dipsalic Lotion normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Dipsalic Lotion's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Dipsalic Lotion has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dipsalic Lotion related warnings section.
Dipsalic Lotion can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dipsalic Lotion in conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB). Some other conditions that can be affected by Dipsalic Lotion are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Dipsalic Lotion with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dipsalic Lotion is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dipsalic Lotion Benefits & Uses
Dipsalic Lotion is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Dipsalic Lotion 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.
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Dipsalic Lotion Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dipsalic Lotion is used -
Severe
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
- Increased risk of infection
- Skin Thinning
Moderate
- Increased blood pressure
- Altered bone growth
- Skin scar
- Cataract
Mild
- Dry Skin
- Flushing
- Skin irritation
- Itching or burning
- Swelling
Common
Dipsalic Lotion Related Warnings
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Is the use of Dipsalic Lotion safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Dipsalic for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
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Is the use of Dipsalic Lotion safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dipsalic on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dipsalic will cause side effects or not.
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What is the effect of Dipsalic Lotion on the Kidneys?
Dipsalic rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Dipsalic Lotion on the Liver?
Dipsalic is not harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Dipsalic Lotion on the Heart?
Dipsalic may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Severe Interaction of Dipsalic Lotion with Other Drugs
Dipsalic Lotion should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
- Wheezal Diabonol Drop
- Huminsulin R 100 IU/ml Cartridge
- Huminsulin R 100 IU/ml Injection
- Insuman Rapid 100 Solution for Injection
Mild
Dipsalic Lotion Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dipsalic Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Liver Disease
- Infections
- Scleroderma
- Dehydration
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Diabetes
- Diaper Rash
- Heart Disease
- Depression
- Crohn's Disease
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Diabetes
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Dipsalic Lotion
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Is this Dipsalic Lotion habit forming or addictive?
Dipsalic Lotion does not cause addiction.
Dipsalic Lotion Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Dipsalic Lotion
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dipsalic Lotion together with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Dipsalic Lotion
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Dipsalic Lotion.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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