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Extragat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Extragat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Extragat 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.
Extragat also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Extragat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Extragat go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Extragat's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Extragat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Extragat related warnings section.
Extragat can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Extragat in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Other contraindications of Extragat have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Extragat may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Extragat is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Extragat 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Extragat safe for pregnant women?
Extragat can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Extragat, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Extragat safe during breastfeeding?
Extragat may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Extragat on the Kidneys?
Extragat does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Extragat on the Liver?
Extragat is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Extragat on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Extragat for the heart.
Extragat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Extragat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Extragat habit forming or addictive?
Extragat does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Extragat since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Taking Extragat may cause some problems.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Extragat in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Extragat
Extragat may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Extragat
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Extragat with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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