Captomer Information
Captomer is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Captomer have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Captomer depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Captomer Benefits & Uses
Captomer is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Captomer 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Captomer Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Captomer is used -
Moderate
- Intestinal Ulcer
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Increased Bilrubin Level
- Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Mild
- Diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
- Infection
- Rash
- Nausea or vomiting
- Urticaria
Captomer Related Warnings
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Is the use of Captomer safe for pregnant women?
Captomer has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Captomer without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Captomer safe during breastfeeding?
Captomer may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Captomer on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Captomer. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Captomer on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Captomer. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Captomer on the Heart?
Captomer is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Captomer with Other Drugs
Captomer should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Captomer Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Captomer unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Anemia
- Blood Cancer
- Neutropenia
- Hyperkalemia
- Infections
Frequently asked Questions about Captomer
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Is this Captomer habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Captomer .
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Captomer . So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Captomer is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Captomer cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Captomer Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Captomer
Taking Captomer with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Captomer
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Captomer .
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Purixan (mercaptopurine)
KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Purixan (mercaptopurine)
KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019
