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Relonac is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Relonac have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Relonac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Relonac also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Relonac can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Relonac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Relonac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Relonac related warnings talks about Relonac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Relonac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Relonac in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions), Stomach Infection, Skin Rash. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Relonac contraindications section.
Besides this, Relonac may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Relonac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Relonac 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Relonac is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Relonac safe for pregnant women?
Relonac 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 Relonac safe during breastfeeding?
Relonac may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Relonac on the Kidneys?
Use of Relonac may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Relonac on the Liver?
Relonac can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Relonac on the Heart?
Relonac can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Relonac 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 Relonac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Relonac habit forming or addictive?
Relonac is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Relonac
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Relonac with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Relonac
Taking Relonac with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Relonac is available in tablet, capsule and injection form. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It should be taken the whole and swallowed with water. It should not be chewed, crushed or split. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that there is less chance of missing the dose.
Rarely, Relonac causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Relonac, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
No, Relonac does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Relonac along with improper kidney function, might cause kidney damage. If you experience discoloration of urine ( symptoms of kidney damage) then immediately inform to doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Relonac may cause gas. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive gas formation in the stomach after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
No, Relonac is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.
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