Koltus M Kid Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Koltus M Kid Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Koltus M Kid Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Koltus M Kid Tablet include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of Koltus M Kid Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Koltus M Kid Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Koltus M Kid Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Koltus M Kid Tablet related warnings section.
Koltus M Kid Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Koltus M Kid Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Koltus M Kid Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Koltus M Kid Tablet 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Koltus M Kid Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Koltus M Kid Tablet. If you are pregnant, do not take Koltus M Kid Tablet without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Koltus M Kid Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Koltus M Kid Tablet. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Koltus M Kid Tablet on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Koltus M Kid Tablet on kidney, information on safety of Koltus M Kid Tablet for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Koltus M Kid Tablet on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Koltus M Kid Tablet on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Koltus M Kid Tablet will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Koltus M Kid Tablet on the Heart?
Information about safety of Koltus M Kid Tablet for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Koltus M Kid Tablet 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 Koltus M Kid Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Koltus M Kid Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Koltus M Kid Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Koltus M Kid Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Koltus M Kid Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Koltus M Kid Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Koltus M Kid Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Koltus M Kid Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Koltus M Kid Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Koltus M Kid Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Koltus M Kid Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
No, taking Koltus M Kid Tablet does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
Although, Koltus M Kid Tablet is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.
Yes, Koltus M Kid Tablet can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Koltus M Kid Tablet works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
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