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Primanat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Primanat have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Primanat. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Primanat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Primanat are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Primanat is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Primanat related warnings talks about Primanat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Primanat is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Primanat have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Primanat may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Primanat is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Primanat 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Primanat safe for pregnant women?
Primanat may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Primanat again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Primanat safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Primanat. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Primanat on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Primanat. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Primanat on the Liver?
Primanat can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Primanat on the Heart?
Primanat has very mild side effects on the heart.
Primanat 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 Primanat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Primanat habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Primanat is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Primanat
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Primanat to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Primanat
Consuming Primanat with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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