Lorvas Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Edema. Secondary and off-label uses of Lorvas Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Lorvas Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lorvas Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Lorvas Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lorvas Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lorvas Tablet related warnings talks about Lorvas Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lorvas Tablet 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. Other contraindications of Lorvas Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Lorvas Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lorvas Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lorvas 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
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Is the use of Lorvas Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Lorvas is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Lorvas Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Lorvas.
What is the effect of Lorvas Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lorvas on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lorvas Tablet 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 Tablet on the Heart?
Lorvas is rarely harmful for the heart.
Lorvas Tablet 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 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lorvas Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Lorvas Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lorvas Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Lorvas Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lorvas Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lorvas Tablet
Lorvas Tablet 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 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lorvas Tablet 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