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Citabin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Colorectal Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Citabin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Citabin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Citabin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Citabin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Citabin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Citabin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Citabin related warnings section.
Citabin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Citabin in conditions like Kidney Disease, Skin Disorders and Diseases, Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Citabin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Citabin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Citabin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Citabin is used to treat the following -
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 Citabin safe for pregnant women?
Citabin 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 Citabin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Citabin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Citabin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Citabin on the Kidneys?
Citabin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Citabin on the Liver?
Citabin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Citabin on the Heart?
Citabin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Citabin 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 Citabin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citabin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Citabin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Citabin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Citabin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Citabin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citabin
Taking Citabin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citabin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Citabin with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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