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Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) must refrain from the use of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Seloken shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Seloken as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Seloken on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Seloken on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Seloken may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Seloken XL 50 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Take Seloken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Do not take the medicine on empty stomach, take it with food or just after food. Please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions regarding when to take and how to take.
Seloken works by inhibiting the functioning of certain natural chemicals in the body like epinephrine, which in turn leads to the widening of the blood vessels. This abolishes heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
It is recommended to avoid taking Seloken with ibuprofen because of the concurrent use of these two medicines can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Seloken. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Seloken can make you feel tired, because it drops your heart rate, and if your heart rate is dropped, the amount of blood that your heart is pumping also decreases. This creates symptoms of fatigue, impotence, drowsiness, and lethargy. Please consult your doctor if you feel tired after taking this drug.
Yes, Seloken can affect fertility. As per clinical studies, fertility defect was found in animal models, human clinical trial on fertility is still pending. You should take precaution while taking medicine during pregnancy. However, it is best to inform the doctor before taking these two medicines together.
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