Valamate Information
Valamate is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Valamate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Valamate is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Valamate side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Valamate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Valamate has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Valamate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Valamate contraindications section.
Besides this, Valamate may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Valamate is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Valamate Benefits & Uses
Valamate is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Muscle Spasms (Read More - Say Goodbye to Varicose Veins: DIY Solutions for Relief)
- Periods pain
Valamate 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.
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Valamate Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Valamate is used -
Valamate Related Warnings
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Is the use of Valamate safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Valamate.
Mild -
Is the use of Valamate safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Valamate on breastfeeding women are very mild.
Mild -
What is the effect of Valamate on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Valamate on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Valamate on the Liver?
Valamate is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Valamate on the Heart?
Valamate is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Valamate Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valamate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- H. Pylori Infection
- Paralytic Ileus
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Heart Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Valamate
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Is this Valamate habit forming or addictive?
Valamate is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Valamate, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Valamate can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Valamate is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Valamate is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Valamate Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Valamate
Taking Valamate with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Valamate
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Valamate with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
