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Medistat(Alteus) Information

Medistat(Alteus) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Spray. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anesthesia. The alternative uses of Medistat(Alteus) have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Medistat(Alteus) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Medistat(Alteus) include Headache, Hiccup, Cough. Some other side effects of Medistat(Alteus) have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Medistat(Alteus) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Medistat(Alteus)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Medistat(Alteus) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Medistat(Alteus) related warnings section.

Medistat(Alteus) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Medistat(Alteus) in conditions like Dementia, Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Medistat(Alteus) are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Medistat(Alteus) have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Medistat(Alteus) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Medistat(Alteus) Benefits & Uses
Medistat(Alteus) Dosage & How to Take
Medistat(Alteus) Side Effects
Medistat(Alteus) Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Medistat(Alteus) with Other Drugs
Medistat(Alteus) Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Medistat(Alteus)
Medistat(Alteus) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Medistat(Alteus) Benefits & Uses

Medistat(Alteus) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Anxiety ( Anxiety Treatment ) (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Medistat(Alteus) Dosage & How to Take

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

Medistat(Alteus) Related Warnings

Is the use of Medistat(Alteus) safe for pregnant women?

Medistat(Alteus) should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Medistat(Alteus) safe during breastfeeding?

Medistat(Alteus) has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Medistat(Alteus) on the Kidneys?

Medistat(Alteus) rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Medistat(Alteus) on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Medistat(Alteus) on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Medistat(Alteus) on the Heart?

Side effects of Medistat(Alteus) rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Medistat(Alteus) with Other Drugs

Medistat(Alteus) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Diltiazem

Medistat(Alteus) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medistat(Alteus) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dementia
Allergy
Heart Disease
Apnea, Infantile
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Medistat(Alteus)

Is this Medistat(Alteus) habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Medistat(Alteus). It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Medistat(Alteus), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Medistat(Alteus) can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Medistat(Alteus) is safe but it should be taken as per the doctor's prescription.

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Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Medistat(Alteus) has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Medistat(Alteus) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medistat(Alteus)

Medistat(Alteus) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Medistat(Alteus)

Consumption of alcohol and Medistat(Alteus) together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Medistat(Alteus)

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Medistat(Alteus) cause hair loss?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

No, Medistat(Alteus) does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take seroquel and Medistat(Alteus) together?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take seroquel (quetiapine) and Medistat(Alteus) together only on your doctor's advice because taking this drug along with seroquel increases the risk of side effects such as drowsiness (sedation), dizziness, confusion, and difficulty in concentrating.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Medistat(Alteus) and diazepam together?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Medistat(Alteus) and diazepam together only on your doctor's advice because taking this drug along with diazepam increases the risk of side effects such as confusion, drowsiness (sedation), difficulty in concentrating and dizziness.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Medistat(Alteus) cause memory loss?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Medistat(Alteus) may cause memory loss (anterograde amnesia) that's why it is given before the medical procedure to prevent any memory of the event. It only affects the recent memories after the event, leaving long-term memories intact.