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Minolast is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Minolast has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Minolast depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Minolast are Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Usually, these side effects of Minolast 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, Minolast's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Minolast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Minolast is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Minolast may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Minolast is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Minolast is used -
Common
Is the use of Minolast safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Minolast. If you are pregnant, do not take Minolast without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Minolast safe during breastfeeding?
Minolast should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Minolast on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Minolast on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Minolast on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Minolast on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Minolast on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Minolast on heart. So it is not known whether taking Minolast will cause side effects on heart or not.
Minolast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Minolast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minolast habit forming or addictive?
Minolast is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Minolast you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Minolast should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Minolast for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Minolast
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Minolast with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minolast
Information about the interaction of Minolast and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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