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Starlon 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 |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Starlon is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Starlon safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Starlon will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Starlon safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Starlon for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Starlon on the Kidneys?
Starlon is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Starlon on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Starlon on the liver.
What is the effect of Starlon on the Heart?
Starlon has very mild side effects on the heart.
Starlon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Starlon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Starlon habit forming or addictive?
Starlon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Starlon will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Starlon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Starlon for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Starlon
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Starlon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Starlon
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Starlon are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
No, Starlon should not be used without consulting a doctor because it is a prescription drug. If you are using it yourself may cause an unintended side effect.
Starlon is a brand name for chlorhexidine gluconate and it is available in the form of mouthwash and topical solution. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antiseptic and disinfectant. It is used to treat gingivitis (gum disease).
Yes, Starlon is safe to use, if it is used in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as taste change and staining teeth. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Starlon kill ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection, it has been reported that Starlon is effective against the fungal infection. Starlon kill by fungi by interfering its integrity of cell wall and cell membrane causing death.
Yes, Starlon may kill the viruses. It has shown activity against enveloped viruses.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 900