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Pasitrex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. It is typically used for the treatment of Psoriasis.
The optimal dosage of Pasitrex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Pasitrex include Dry Skin, Itching or burning, Skin redness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pasitrex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pasitrex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Pasitrex's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pasitrex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Pasitrex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Pasitrex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pasitrex is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pasitrex is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Pasitrex safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Pasitrex during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Pasitrex safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Pasitrex for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Pasitrex on the Kidneys?
Pasitrex may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Pasitrex on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Pasitrex on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Pasitrex on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Pasitrex on heart. So it is not known whether taking Pasitrex will cause side effects on heart or not.
Pasitrex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pasitrex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pasitrex habit forming or addictive?
Pasitrex does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pasitrex will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pasitrex only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pasitrex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pasitrex
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pasitrex, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pasitrex
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pasitrex.
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 891
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dovonex® (calcipotriene)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sorilux (calcipotriene)