Nilacid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Nilacid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Nilacid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Nilacid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Nilacid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Nilacid has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Nilacid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Nilacid since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Nilacid contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Nilacid may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Nilacid is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Nilacid is used to treat the following -
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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Nilacid safe for pregnant women?
Nilacid is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Nilacid safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Nilacid.
What is the effect of Nilacid on the Kidneys?
Nilacid is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Nilacid on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Nilacid on the liver.
What is the effect of Nilacid on the Heart?
Nilacid is not harmful for the heart.
Nilacid 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 Nilacid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nilacid habit forming or addictive?
Nilacid does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Nilacid
Taking Nilacid with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nilacid
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Nilacid with alcohol.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 655
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 799-800
