Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Epilepsy, Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet are Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet related warnings section.
Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Liver Disease, Depression are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet 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 Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Encorate Chrono has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Encorate Chrono without medical advice.
Is the use of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Encorate Chrono may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Encorate Chrono may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Encorate Chrono on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Encorate Chrono without any fear of damage to the heart.
Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet
Taking Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet
Consuming Encorate Chrono 400 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, you can not take Encorate Chrono with tramadol, harmful interaction have been reported between them. Tramadol may decrease the seizure threshold in some patient and also decrease the anticonvulsant activity of Encorate Chrono. Thus use Encorate Chrono with tramadol is not recommended, until unless it is prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Encorate Chrono causes erectile dysfunction. If you experience erectile dysfunction after taking it, do not stop the drug without consulting your doctor. Discuss with your doctor, he/she will provide you with solutions or prescribe alternative medicines.
Rarely, Encorate Chrono might affect sperm count. Animal studies in rats have shown that this drug can affect the ability to produce sperm. However, till now no data is available regarding this effect in humans but its possibility cannot be completely denied.
Ideally, Encorate Chrono can be taken once or twice daily or advice by the doctor. It has to be taken with food to avoid the stomach upset. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
No. Encorate Chrono Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine own your own can cause unintended side effects.
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