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Alep is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Anxiety. The alternative uses of Alep have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alep. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alep can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alep 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 Alep has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alep's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Glaucoma, Epilepsy, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Alep since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alep contraindications section.
Additionally, Alep may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alep is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Alep 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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Is the use of Alep safe for pregnant women?
Alep has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Alep without medical advice.
Is the use of Alep safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Alep. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Alep on the Kidneys?
Alep rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alep on the Liver?
Alep may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Alep on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Alep on the heart have been reported.
Alep 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 Alep unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alep habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Alep can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Alep you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Alep is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Alep works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alep
Some foods when eaten with Alep can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alep
Drinking alcohol while taking Alep may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Alep is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration. However, there are few side effects which have been observed at a therapeutic dose level such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, depression, hallucination, shortness of breath, seizure, confusion, memory loss, unusual changes in behavior, and problems with coordination or balance.
Yes, Alep can cause dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Alep causes drowsiness and dizziness. It is a common side effect associated with it. However, if you experience severe drowsiness and dizziness after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Alep can be taken with or without food. Preferably taken 2 - 4 times in a day. Extended-release tablet should be taken once daily. The dose should be gradually increased from low to high. It may cause dizziness and drowsiness which altered the thinking power of people. You shouldn't drive or operate heavy machinery while taking medicine. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.
Alep is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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