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Ekon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ekon have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ekon 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ekon have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ekon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ekon's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ekon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ekon related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ekon contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ekon have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ekon, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ekon 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ekon is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ekon safe for pregnant women?
Ekon is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ekon safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ekon for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ekon on the Kidneys?
Ekon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ekon on the Liver?
Ekon has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ekon on the Heart?
Ekon is not harmful for the heart.
Ekon 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 Ekon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ekon habit forming or addictive?
Ekon is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ekon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ekon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ekon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ekon for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ekon
It is safe to take Ekon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ekon
Consumption of alcohol and Ekon together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
