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Zestat, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Zestat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zestat. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Zestat include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Zestat have been listed ahead. These side effects of Zestat are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Zestat's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Zestat related warnings talks about Zestat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zestat is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zestat contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Zestat with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zestat, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zestat 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zestat is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zestat safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Zestat for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Zestat safe during breastfeeding?
Zestat may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Zestat, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Zestat.
What is the effect of Zestat on the Kidneys?
Zestat may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zestat on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Zestat. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Zestat on the Heart?
Side effects of Zestat rarely affect the heart.
Zestat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zestat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zestat habit forming or addictive?
Zestat is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Zestat
Zestat may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zestat
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zestat with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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