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It A is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina. It A also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of It A. 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.
The side effects typically associated with It A include Nosebleed, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of It A as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of It A go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, It A's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if It A has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the It A related warnings section.
It A is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Cancer, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on It A contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, It A may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking It A is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
It A 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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Is the use of It A safe for pregnant women?
IT A has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume IT A without medical advice.
Is the use of It A safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of IT A. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of It A on the Kidneys?
IT A rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of It A on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by IT A. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart IT A only after medical advice.
What is the effect of It A on the Heart?
Side effects of IT A rarely affect the heart.
It A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take It A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this It A habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that It A is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking It A as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume It A only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of It A in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and It A
Taking It A with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and It A
Consuming It A with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes IT A can lower blood pressure because it has an anticoagulant (blood thinning) property which inhibits the aggregation of platelets in vessels, however, please consult your doctor for a better medication option.
No, IT A does not cause sleepiness because prescribed IT A has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of IT A may lead to seizures, cerebral edema, coma, confusion, and dizziness.
Yes, IT A is used in the treatment of chest pain (angina pectoris prophylaxis). Angina is an ischemic chest pain which occurs due to coronary artery disease. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for chest pain.
Discontinuation of IT A on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, you can take IT A for headache. The exact mechanism is not known. However, some researchers suggest that IT A blocks the action of chemical messenger ( bradykinin) which is responsible for headache.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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