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Ect Forte, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Ect Forte have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ect Forte 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Ect Forte are Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ect Forte can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ect Forte normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ect Forte's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Ect Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ect Forte can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ect Forte in conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ect Forte are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ect Forte have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ect Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ect Forte is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Ect Forte safe for pregnant women?
Ect Forte shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ect Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Ect Forte can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ect Forte on the Kidneys?
Ect Forte 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 Ect Forte on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ect Forte. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ect Forte on the Heart?
Ect Forte has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ect Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ect Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ect Forte habit forming or addictive?
Ect Forte does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Ect Forte
There is no information on the effects of taking Ect Forte with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ect Forte
Consumption of alcohol and Ect Forte together may have severe effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ect Forte with ibuprofen because both belong to the same category which may increase the risk of side effects associated with the GIT (Gastrointestinal tract). Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Ect Forte comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day but taken in empty stomach work faster. So, take it without food if you need quick relief from pain. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, heart problem, kidney problem, and stomach ulcer.
Yes, Ect Forte is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as angioedema (swelling in the face, tongue, and throat), difficulty in breathing, intestinal bleeding, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Ect Forte is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ect Forte with paracetamol because it can cause liver problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing diarrhea, yellow eye, abdominal pain, and swelling in the leg please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 358