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Piat is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Diabetes Type 2, High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Piat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Piat 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Piat are Headache, Muscle Ache, Nasopharyngitis. While these are the most often observed Piat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Piat normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Piat is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Piat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Piat is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Bladder Cancer, Diabetes Type 1 as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Piat have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Piat may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Piat, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Piat 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 Piat safe for pregnant women?
Piat should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Piat safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Piat on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Piat on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Piat. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Piat on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Piat. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Piat on the Heart?
Side effects of Piat rarely affect the heart.
Piat 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 Piat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Piat habit forming or addictive?
Piat is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Piat
Taking Piat with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Piat
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Piat as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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