Larcip D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Larcip D have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Larcip D depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Larcip D also has some side effects, the most common being Eye Pain, Eye itching, Eye Inflammation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Larcip D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Larcip D are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Larcip D's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Larcip D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Larcip D related warnings section.
Larcip D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Larcip D in conditions like Allergy.
Drug reaction of Larcip D with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Larcip D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Larcip D 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Larcip D is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Larcip D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Larcip D. If you are pregnant, do not take Larcip D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Larcip D safe during breastfeeding?
Larcip D is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Larcip D on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Larcip D on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Larcip D will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Larcip D on the Liver?
Information about safety of Larcip D for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Larcip D on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Larcip D on the heart, information on safety of Larcip D for the heart is unavailable.
Larcip D 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 Larcip D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Larcip D habit forming or addictive?
Larcip D does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Larcip D as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Larcip D is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Larcip D in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Larcip D
Taking Larcip D with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Larcip D
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Larcip D with alcohol will be.
Larcip D should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Larcip D to you.
It is recommended to avoid taking Larcip D with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Yes, Larcip D can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Larcip D and doxylamine can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Larcip D should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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