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Itomax is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Acidity, Heartburn are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Itomax have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Itomax 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Itomax also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Usually, these side effects of Itomax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Itomax's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Itomax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Itomax is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Itomax have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Itomax have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Itomax is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Itomax 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
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Is the use of Itomax safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Itomax for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Itomax safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Itomax for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Itomax on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Itomax on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Itomax on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Itomax on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Itomax will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Itomax on the Heart?
Side effects of Itomax on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Itomax 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 Itomax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Itomax habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Itomax has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Itomax. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Itomax only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Itomax in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Itomax
You can take Itomax with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itomax
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Itomax.
Itomax should be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it or take an extra dose on your own. Always follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Yes, Itomax is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.
No, Itomax does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Itomax along with improper kidney function, might cause kidney damage. If you experience discoloration of urine ( symptoms of kidney damage) then immediately inform to doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Itomax doesn't cause high blood pressure. High blood pressure can be managed by losing some amount of weight, doing some kind of physical activity on a daily basis, eating a healthy diet, reducing sodium in the diet, limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine, quitting smoking, and taking less stress. If your blood pressure doesn't get controlled, your doctor might start you on a hypertensive drug ( amlodipine, telmisartan etc). Please follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Rarely, Itomax causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Itomax, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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