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Sildura is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Capsule. Other than this, Sildura has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Sildura is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Sildura side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Sildura normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Sildura's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Sildura related warnings talks about Sildura's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Sildura can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sildura in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Sildura have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Sildura may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Sildura, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Sildura 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 Sildura is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Sildura safe for pregnant women?
Sildura shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Sildura safe during breastfeeding?
Sildura may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Sildura on the Kidneys?
Using Sildura does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Sildura on the Liver?
Sildura 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 Sildura on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Sildura for the heart.
Sildura 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 Sildura unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sildura habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Sildura has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Sildura
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Sildura, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sildura
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sildura with alcohol.
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