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Lekast Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Lekast Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lekast Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Lekast Tablet include Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Usually, these side effects of Lekast Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lekast Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lekast Tablet related warnings talks about Lekast Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lekast Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Lekast Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Lekast Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Lekast Tablet 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Lekast Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Lekast can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Lekast Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Lekast Tablet on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Lekast on kidneys.
What is the effect of Lekast Tablet on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Lekast on the liver, information on safety of Lekast for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Lekast Tablet on the Heart?
Information about safety of Lekast for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lekast Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lekast Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Lekast Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lekast Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lekast Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lekast Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lekast Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lekast Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Lekast Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lekast Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lekast Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Lekast can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for the cold.
Yes, Lekast can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
No, Lekast is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Lekast works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Yes, Lekast can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
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