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Walacort Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Other than this, Walacort Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Walacort Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Walacort Tablet include Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Walacort Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Walacort Tablet 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.
It is also important to note that Walacort Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Walacort Tablet related warnings talks about Walacort Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Walacort Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Walacort Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB). The section on Walacort Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Walacort Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Walacort Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Walacort Tablet 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Walacort Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Walacort Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Walacort. It is best to stop taking Walacort immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Walacort Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Walacort does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Walacort Tablet on the Kidneys?
Walacort rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Walacort Tablet on the Liver?
Walacort has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Walacort Tablet on the Heart?
Walacort has very mild side effects on the heart.
Walacort Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Walacort Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Walacort Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Walacort Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Walacort Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Walacort Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Walacort Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Walacort Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Walacort Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Walacort Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Walacort Tablet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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