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Divuna is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Divuna also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Divuna. 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 Divuna include Loss of appetite. Some other side effects of Divuna have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Divuna are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Divuna has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Divuna has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Divuna related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression must refrain from the use of Divuna since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Divuna are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Divuna may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Divuna is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Divuna 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Divuna safe for pregnant women?
Divuna can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Divuna safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Divuna on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Divuna on the Kidneys?
Divuna rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Divuna on the Liver?
Divuna is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Divuna on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Divuna for the heart.
Divuna should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Divuna unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Divuna habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Divuna.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Divuna. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Divuna only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Divuna can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Divuna
It is safe to take Divuna with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Divuna
Consuming Divuna with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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