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Edakem is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Edakem. 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.
The most common side effects of Edakem are Eczema, Respiratory Disorder, Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Edakem can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Edakem 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.
It is also important to note that Edakem has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Edakem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Edakem is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Edakem contraindications section.
Additionally, Edakem may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Edakem is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Edakem is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Edakem is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Edakem safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Edakem for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Edakem safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Edakem on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Edakem will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Edakem on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Edakem. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Edakem on the Liver?
Edakem may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Edakem on the Heart?
Edakem can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Edakem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Edakem habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Edakem.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Edakem will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Edakem is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Edakem in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Edakem
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Edakem with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Edakem
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Edakem with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 479
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Radicava (edaravone)