Erapol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Polio.
The right dosage of Erapol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Erapol also has some side effects, the most common being Fever, Injection site pain, Irritability. These side effects of Erapol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Erapol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Erapol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Erapol related warnings section.
Erapol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Blood Cancer are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Erapol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Erapol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Erapol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Erapol 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 Erapol safe for pregnant women?
Erapol can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Erapol, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Erapol safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Erapol in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Erapol on the Kidneys?
Erapol is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Erapol on the Liver?
Erapol is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Erapol on the Heart?
Erapol is not harmful for the heart.
Erapol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Erapol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Erapol habit forming or addictive?
Erapol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Erapol as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Erapol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Erapol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Erapol
Taking Erapol with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Erapol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Erapol.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; IPOL® (Poliovirus Vaccine Inactivated)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1429