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Vacosteo is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Osteoporosis. Other than this, Vacosteo has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vacosteo. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Vacosteo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vacosteo are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Vacosteo's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vacosteo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Vacosteo can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vacosteo in conditions like Dehydration, Kidney Disease, Calcium Deficiency. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vacosteo contraindications section.
Besides this, Vacosteo may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vacosteo is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Vacosteo 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
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Is the use of Vacosteo safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Vacosteo. It is best to stop taking Vacosteo immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Vacosteo safe during breastfeeding?
Vacosteo may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Vacosteo, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Vacosteo.
What is the effect of Vacosteo on the Kidneys?
Vacosteo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vacosteo on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Vacosteo on the liver, information on safety of Vacosteo for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Vacosteo on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Vacosteo. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Vacosteo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vacosteo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vacosteo habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Vacosteo.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Vacosteo since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Vacosteo should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vacosteo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Vacosteo
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Vacosteo and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vacosteo
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Vacosteo.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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