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Medistat(Alteus) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Spray. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anesthesia. The alternative uses of Medistat(Alteus) have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Medistat(Alteus) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Common side effects of Medistat(Alteus) include Headache, Hiccup, Cough. Some other side effects of Medistat(Alteus) have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Medistat(Alteus) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Medistat(Alteus)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Medistat(Alteus) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Medistat(Alteus) related warnings section.
Medistat(Alteus) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Medistat(Alteus) in conditions like Dementia, Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Medistat(Alteus) are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Medistat(Alteus) have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Medistat(Alteus) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Medistat(Alteus) 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.
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Is the use of Medistat(Alteus) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Medistat(Alteus). If you are pregnant, do not take Medistat(Alteus) without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Medistat(Alteus) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Medistat(Alteus) for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Medistat(Alteus) on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Medistat(Alteus) on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Medistat(Alteus) on the Liver?
Medistat(Alteus) has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Medistat(Alteus) on the Heart?
Medistat(Alteus) is rarely harmful for the heart.
Medistat(Alteus) 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 Medistat(Alteus) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medistat(Alteus) habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Medistat(Alteus) cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Medistat(Alteus) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but avoid taking more than the amount of Medistat(Alteus) prescribed by your doctor.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Medistat(Alteus) can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medistat(Alteus)
Medistat(Alteus) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medistat(Alteus)
Taking Medistat(Alteus) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Medistat(Alteus) does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.
Yes, you can take seroquel (quetiapine) and Medistat(Alteus) together only on your doctor's advice because taking this drug along with seroquel increases the risk of side effects such as drowsiness (sedation), dizziness, confusion, and difficulty in concentrating.
Yes, you can take Medistat(Alteus) and diazepam together only on your doctor's advice because taking this drug along with diazepam increases the risk of side effects such as confusion, drowsiness (sedation), difficulty in concentrating and dizziness.
Yes, Medistat(Alteus) may cause memory loss (anterograde amnesia) that's why it is given before the medical procedure to prevent any memory of the event. It only affects the recent memories after the event, leaving long-term memories intact.
No, Medistat(Alteus) does not cause diarrhoea. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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