Aloten is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Aloten have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Aloten depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Aloten are Blurred vision, Cold hands. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aloten as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Aloten are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Aloten has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Aloten's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Aloten related warnings section.
Aloten can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Aloten in conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma. The section on Aloten contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Aloten may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Aloten, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Aloten 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aloten is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Aloten safe for pregnant women?
Aloten shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Aloten safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Aloten. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Aloten on the Kidneys?
Aloten has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aloten on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Aloten on the liver, information on safety of Aloten for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Aloten on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Aloten on the heart have been reported.
Aloten 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 Aloten unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aloten habit forming or addictive?
Aloten does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Aloten as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Aloten should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aloten is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aloten
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Aloten to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aloten
Consumption of alcohol and Aloten together may have severe effects on your health.
Rarely, Aloten causes hair loss (alopecia). However, the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown but it is presumed that it occurs because of thinning of the hairs which weakens their strength. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, sometimes Aloten might cause cough reflex. It occurs due to bronchoconstrictive (narrowing of the airways) effect of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive coughing after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.
Yes, Aloten may cause weight gain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. The exact cause of weight gain is not known. However, if you are experiencing rapid weight gain after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Aloten may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
No, Aloten is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
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