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Lekace Serra is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Lekace Serra have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Lekace Serra 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.
Lekace Serra also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Normally, these side effects of Lekace Serra are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lekace Serra is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lekace Serra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lekace Serra related warnings section.
Lekace Serra is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma, Heart Attack are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Lekace Serra with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lekace Serra is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lekace Serra 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lekace Serra is used -
Common
Is the use of Lekace Serra safe for pregnant women?
Lekace Serra can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Lekace Serra safe during breastfeeding?
Lekace Serra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lekace Serra on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Lekace Serra. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Lekace Serra on the Liver?
Lekace Serra can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lekace Serra on the Heart?
Lekace Serra may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Lekace Serra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lekace Serra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lekace Serra habit forming or addictive?
Lekace Serra is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lekace Serra. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lekace Serra is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lekace Serra in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lekace Serra
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lekace Serra and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lekace Serra
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lekace Serra with alcohol will be.
Lekace Serra preferably taken with a light meal. It can be taken once or twice a day or more as your doctor has prescribed it.
Lekace Serra is a pain relieving medicine. One should take as long as he/she has been recommended to take. However, sometimes even after symptomatic relief your doctor may ask you to continue with medication to reduce inflammations in the body.
No, Lekace Serra cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Lekace Serra can be taken for relieving symptoms of a headache. However, there are better medicines available for treating headache effectively.
Lekace Serra is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patient's to take this drug unnessacarily without doctor's advise.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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