Triptolol Information
Triptolol Benefits & Uses
Triptolol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Triptolol 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
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Triptolol Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Triptolol is used -
Severe
- Decreased blood pressure
Moderate
- Blurred vision
- Increased Heart Rate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Difficulty breathing
- Slow heart rate (pulse)
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Mild
Common
- Fainting
Triptolol Related Warnings
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Is the use of Triptolol safe for pregnant women?
Triptolol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Triptolol without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Triptolol safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Triptolol for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Triptolol on the Kidneys?
Triptolol does not damage the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Triptolol on the Liver?
Triptolol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Triptolol on the Heart?
Triptolol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Triptolol with Other Drugs
Triptolol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Triptolol Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Triptolol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Mania
- Liver Disease
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Attack
- Kidney Cancer
- Depression
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Hyperthyroidism
- Liver Disease
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Frequently asked Questions about Triptolol
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Is this Triptolol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Triptolol.
Yes -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Triptolol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Triptolol can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Triptolol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Triptolol in mental disorders is not effective.
Yes
Triptolol Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Triptolol
Triptolol may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Triptolol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Triptolol as it can have severe side effects.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amitriptyline Hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 454,458
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 145-147
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Inderal® (propranolol hydrochloride)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1059-1062
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 532-533
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amitriptyline Hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 454,458
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 145-147
