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Keralin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Keralin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Keralin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Keralin include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Keralin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Keralin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Keralin is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Keralin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Keralin related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Keralin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Keralin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Keralin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Keralin 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Keralin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Keralin safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Keralin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Keralin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Keralin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Keralin on the Kidneys?
Keralin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Keralin on the Liver?
Keralin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Keralin on the Heart?
Side effects of Keralin rarely affect the heart.
Keralin 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 Keralin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Keralin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Keralin is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Keralin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Keralin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Keralin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Keralin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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