Emcept S Information

Emcept S is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Kidney transplant.

The correct dosage of Emcept S depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Emcept S have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Emcept S normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Emcept S has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Emcept S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Emcept S related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emcept S contraindications section.

Besides this, Emcept S may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emcept S is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Emcept S Benefits & Uses

Emcept S is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney transplant

Emcept S 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

Emcept S Related Warnings

Is the use of Emcept S safe for pregnant women?

Emcept S may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Emcept S, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Emcept S safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Emcept S in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Emcept S is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Emcept S on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Emcept S. 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 Emcept S on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Emcept S. 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 Emcept S on the Heart?

Emcept S has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Emcept S with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Norethindrone

Cholestyramine

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Moderate

Emcept S Contraindications

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

Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Emcept S

Is this Emcept S habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Emcept S has not been reported.

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

Emcept S will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Emcept S only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Emcept S cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Emcept S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emcept S

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Emcept S together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Emcept S

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Emcept S with alcohol will be.

Unknown