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Leecrina is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain. The alternative uses of Leecrina have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Leecrina depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Leecrina as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Leecrina go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Leecrina's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Leecrina's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Leecrina can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Leecrina in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Leecrina contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Leecrina with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Leecrina, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Leecrina 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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leecrina is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Leecrina safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Leecrina. If you are pregnant, do not take Leecrina without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Leecrina safe during breastfeeding?
Leecrina should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Leecrina on the Kidneys?
Leecrina rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Leecrina on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Leecrina. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Leecrina on the Heart?
Leecrina may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Leecrina 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 Leecrina unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leecrina habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Leecrina is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Leecrina as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Leecrina should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Leecrina in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Leecrina
It is safe to take Leecrina with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leecrina
Taking Leecrina with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Leecrina is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without any further delay.
Take Leecrina as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Leecrina cannot be taken with aspirin. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely Leecrina causes drowsiness. However, if you experience drowsiness after taking this medicine do not indulge in activities which include driving, operating heavy machinery. You are advised to take rest and if need be ask your doctor for some other drug options.
Yes, Leecrina causes gastritis. Less frequently, gastritis has been reported. However, if you experience severe gastritis after consuming this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
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