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Lecet Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Other than this, Lecet Am has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Lecet Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Lecet Am also has some side effects, the most common being Heartburn. While these are the most often observed Lecet Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lecet Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Lecet Am's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Lecet Am related warnings talks about Lecet Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lecet Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lecet Am in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lecet Am are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Lecet Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lecet Am is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lecet Am 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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Lecet Am safe for pregnant women?
Lecet Am has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Lecet Am without medical advice.
Is the use of Lecet Am safe during breastfeeding?
Lecet Am may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lecet Am on the Kidneys?
Lecet Am rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lecet Am on the Liver?
Side effects of Lecet Am rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lecet Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Lecet Am rarely affect the heart.
Lecet Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lecet Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lecet Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lecet Am has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Lecet Am
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lecet Am and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lecet Am
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lecet Am with alcohol will be.
Yes, Lecet Am can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Yes, Lecet Am can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Discontinuation of Lecet Am on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, taking Lecet Am does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Lecet Am.
Lecet Am is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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