Ladogal is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Endometriosis. Other than this, Ladogal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ladogal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Ladogal also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Hoarse voice, Edema. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ladogal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ladogal are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ladogal's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Ladogal has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ladogal related warnings section.
The section on Ladogal contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Ladogal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ladogal, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ladogal 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ladogal is used -
Common
Is the use of Ladogal safe for pregnant women?
Ladogal can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Ladogal safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ladogal. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ladogal immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ladogal again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ladogal on the Kidneys?
Ladogal rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ladogal on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ladogal. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ladogal on the Heart?
Ladogal is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ladogal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ladogal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ladogal habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ladogal has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ladogal. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ladogal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ladogal in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ladogal
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Ladogal together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ladogal
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ladogal and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 301
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