Limandan

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₹ 399
1 INJECTION 1 Packet ₹ 399
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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Levosimendan (12.5 mg)

Limandan Information

Limandan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure.

The right dosage of Limandan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Limandan include Decreased blood pressure, Nausea or vomiting, Insomnia. Usually, these side effects of Limandan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Limandan's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Limandan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Limandan related warnings section.

Limandan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Limandan in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). Some other conditions that can be affected by Limandan are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Limandan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Limandan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Limandan Benefits & Uses

Limandan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Limandan 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
Adult
  • Disease: Heart Failure
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 24 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Loading dose: 6-24 mcg/kg over 10 min followed by 0.05-0.2 mcg/kg/min continuous infusion, adjust according to response.
Geriatric
  • Disease: Heart Failure
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 24 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Loading dose: 6-24 mcg/kg over 10 min followed by 0.05-0.2 mcg/kg/min continuous infusion, adjust according to response.

Limandan Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Limandan safe for pregnant women?


    Side effects of Limandan during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Limandan safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Limandan for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Limandan on the Kidneys?


    Limandan rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Limandan on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Limandan on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Limandan on the Heart?


    Limandan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Limandan with Other Drugs

Limandan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Limandan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Limandan unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Limandan

  • Is this Limandan habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Limandan.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Limandan as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Limandan only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Limandan in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Limandan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Limandan


    You can take Limandan with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Limandan


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Limandan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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