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Ovashield Ds 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ovashield Ds is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ovashield Ds safe for pregnant women?
Ovashield DS should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Ovashield Ds safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Ovashield DS may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ovashield DS should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Ovashield Ds on the Kidneys?
Ovashield DS may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ovashield Ds on the Liver?
Ovashield DS may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ovashield Ds on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ovashield DS. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Ovashield Ds 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 Ovashield Ds unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ovashield Ds habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ovashield Ds is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ovashield Ds as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ovashield Ds is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ovashield Ds is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ovashield Ds
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ovashield Ds, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ovashield Ds
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ovashield Ds.
No, Ovashield DS does not cause hair loss but it might cause hair thinning because it affects the estrogen levels in the body which is presumed to play a protective role against hair loss.
Ovashield DS is a brand name of letrozole and it comes in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drugs known as an aromatase inhibitor. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of breast cancer. It is also used off-label for the treatment of anovulation (female infertility).
Yes, Ovashield DS and metformin can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Ovashield DS along with metformin.
Yes, Ovashield DS might be used in the treatment of endometriosis along with other drugs but generally, it is not preferred as the first-line drug of choice for endometriosis.
Yes, Ovashield DS is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as sweating, bone pain, and hot flashes. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 758
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 314-315
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Femara (letrozole)