Telekast L Information
Telekast L is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup,Tablet. Other than this, Telekast L has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Telekast L depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Telekast L are Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Normally, these side effects of Telekast L 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Telekast L is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Telekast L's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Telekast L is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Telekast L may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Telekast L is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Telekast L Dosage & How to Take
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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Telekast L Related Warnings
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Is the use of Telekast L safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Telekast L. If you are pregnant, do not take Telekast L without a doctor's advice.
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Is the use of Telekast L safe during breastfeeding?
Telekast L may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Telekast L on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Telekast L on kidneys.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Telekast L on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Telekast L on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Telekast L on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Telekast L on heart. So it is not known whether taking Telekast L will cause side effects on heart or not.
Unknown
Severe Interaction of Telekast L with Other Drugs
Telekast L should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Telekast L Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telekast L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Telekast L
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Is this Telekast L habit forming or addictive?
Telekast L is not addictive in nature.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telekast L, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Telekast L can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Telekast L should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Telekast L for mental disorders.
No
Telekast L Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Telekast L
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Telekast L together with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Telekast L
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Telekast L with alcohol.
Unknown
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