Ovilow Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ovilow Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ovilow Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Ovilow Tablet are Heavy Menstrual Periods, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. Usually, these side effects of Ovilow Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Ovilow Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Ovilow Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ovilow Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ovilow Tablet in conditions like Edema, Liver Disease, Eye Disorders.
Drug reaction of Ovilow Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ovilow Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ovilow Tablet 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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ovilow Tablet is used -
Common
Is the use of Ovilow Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ovilow Tablet has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ovilow Tablet without medical advice.
Is the use of Ovilow Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Ovilow Tablet may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ovilow Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Ovilow Tablet on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Ovilow Tablet on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Ovilow Tablet on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Ovilow Tablet on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Ovilow Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Ovilow Tablet on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Ovilow 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 Ovilow Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ovilow Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Ovilow Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ovilow Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ovilow Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ovilow Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ovilow Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Ovilow Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ovilow Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ovilow Tablet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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