Lekast Information
Lekast is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Lekast have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Lekast 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Lekast include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. These side effects of Lekast 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lekast is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lekast related warnings talks about Lekast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lekast is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Lekast may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lekast is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lekast 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 |
| 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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Lekast Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lekast is used -
Common
- Headache
- Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
- Joint pain
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Nausea or vomiting
Lekast Related Warnings
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Is the use of Lekast safe for pregnant women?
Lekast shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Lekast safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Lekast may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lekast should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Lekast on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Lekast on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Lekast on the Liver?
Side effects of Lekast on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Lekast on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Lekast on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown
Severe Interaction of Lekast with Other Drugs
Lekast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Lekast Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lekast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Lekast
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Is this Lekast habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lekast is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lekast, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lekast can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Lekast is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lekast is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Lekast Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Lekast
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Lekast with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Lekast
Information about the interaction of Lekast and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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