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Unidrea, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia. The alternative uses of Unidrea have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Unidrea. 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.
Common side effects of Unidrea include Chills, Fever, Cough. Some other side effects of Unidrea have been listed ahead. These side effects of Unidrea are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Unidrea's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Unidrea has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Unidrea related warnings section.
Unidrea is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia, Neutropenia, Blood Cancer are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Unidrea with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Unidrea is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Unidrea 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 Unidrea safe for pregnant women?
Unidrea can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Unidrea safe during breastfeeding?
Unidrea should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Unidrea on the Kidneys?
Unidrea can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Unidrea on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Unidrea. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Unidrea on the Heart?
Unidrea has very mild side effects on the heart.
Unidrea 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 Unidrea unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unidrea habit forming or addictive?
Unidrea does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Unidrea. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Unidrea only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Unidrea is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Unidrea
It is safe to take Unidrea with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unidrea
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Unidrea.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 868
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