Agopride Information

Agopride is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer, Endometriosis. The alternative uses of Agopride have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Agopride. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Agopride include Swelling. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Agopride as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Agopride are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

The section on Agopride contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Agopride may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Agopride Benefits & Uses

Agopride is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Agopride 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(Male)	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endometriosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3.75 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given monthly
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Precocious Puberty Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, given monthly, Children > 37.5 kg
Geriatric	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Agopride Related Warnings

Is the use of Agopride safe for pregnant women?

Agopride 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 Agopride safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Agopride may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Agopride should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Agopride on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Agopride. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Agopride on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Agopride on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Agopride on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Agopride. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Agopride with Other Drugs

Agopride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Citalopram

Amiodarone

Moxifloxacin

Sotalol

Clozapine

Quinidine

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Agopride Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Epilepsy

Frequently asked Questions about Agopride

Is this Agopride habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Agopride is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Agopride can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Agopride only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Agopride is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Agopride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Agopride

Taking Agopride with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Agopride

Taking alcohol with Agopride can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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