Lactagard Information
Lactagard Benefits & Uses
Lactagard is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Gonorrhea
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Peritonitis
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Meningitis
- Cellulitis
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Lactagard Dosage & How to Take
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 |
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Lactagard Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lactagard is used -
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Inflammation of a vein
Lactagard Related Warnings
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Is the use of Lactagard safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Lactagard in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Lactagard safe during breastfeeding?
Lactagard is safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Lactagard on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lactagard on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Lactagard on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Lactagard on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Lactagard on the Heart?
You can take Lactagard without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Lactagard with Other Drugs
Lactagard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Lactagard Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lactagard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Liver Disease
- Asthma
- Kidney Disease
- Mononucleosis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Jaundice
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Lactagard
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Is this Lactagard habit forming or addictive?
Lactagard is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lactagard you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, Lactagard is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lactagard is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Lactagard Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Lactagard
When consumed with certain foods, Lactagard may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Lactagard
Information about the interaction of Lactagard and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Severe
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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 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cefobid® (sterile cefoperazone)
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