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Lorvas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Edema. Secondary and off-label uses of Lorvas have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lorvas. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Lorvas side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lorvas 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, Lorvas's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lorvas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lorvas is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Lorvas contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Lorvas with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lorvas is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lorvas 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
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Is the use of Lorvas safe for pregnant women?
Lorvas is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Lorvas safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Lorvas.
What is the effect of Lorvas on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lorvas on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lorvas on the Liver?
Lorvas may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Lorvas on the Heart?
Lorvas is rarely harmful for the heart.
Lorvas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lorvas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lorvas habit forming or addictive?
Lorvas does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lorvas you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lorvas should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lorvas for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lorvas
Lorvas may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorvas
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lorvas as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lozol® (indapamide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 561
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