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Nostipan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Solution. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Constipation. Secondary and off-label uses of Nostipan have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Nostipan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Nostipan have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Nostipan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Nostipan's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Nostipan related warnings talks about Nostipan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Nostipan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Galactosemia are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nostipan contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Nostipan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Nostipan is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Nostipan 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nostipan is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Nostipan safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Nostipan in pregnant women.
Is the use of Nostipan safe during breastfeeding?
Nostipan has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Nostipan on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Nostipan on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nostipan on the Liver?
Using Nostipan does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Nostipan on the Heart?
Nostipan is completely safe for the heart.
Nostipan 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 Nostipan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nostipan habit forming or addictive?
Nostipan does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Nostipan as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Nostipan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nostipan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nostipan
You can take Nostipan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nostipan
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Nostipan.
Yes, it is safe to take Nostipan for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor, provided you take the exact prescribed amount. However, in some people, Nostipan may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, gas, diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps. If any of these side effects occur, one must speak to the doctor immediately.
Nostipan is a disaccharide or a sugar which is a synthesized from fructose and galactose. It is used for the treatment of constipation majorly. In some cases, this drug is also given to treat liver diseases such as hepatic encephalopathy (decline in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease).
Yes, one can have an allergic reaction to Nostipan. In case you develop an allergic reaction, please stop using Nostipan and talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Nostipan can be used for the prevention of stroke. It gets fermented in the intestine and in the process, a large amount of hydrogen is produced which acts as an anti-oxidant and thus, prevents stroke. However, a large number of studies is still required to validate the association.
You might have to take Nostipan for as long as constipation or hepatic encephalopathy lasts. For constipation, your doctor might prescribe it for a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, your doctor might prescribe it for several months. It is extremely important that you take Nostipan for as long as it is prescribed your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 739
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 676
