Xtrapred 0.25% Drops is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Secondary and off-label uses of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops are Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. While these are the most often observed Xtrapred 0.25% Drops side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Xtrapred 0.25% Drops's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Xtrapred 0.25% Drops related warnings talks about Xtrapred 0.25% Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xtrapred 0.25% Drops contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Xtrapred 0.25% Drops have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xtrapred 0.25% Drops is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Xtrapred 0.25% Drops 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 Xtrapred 0.25% Drops is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Xtrapred in pregnant women.
Is the use of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Xtrapred.
What is the effect of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops on the Kidneys?
Xtrapred 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 Xtrapred 0.25% Drops on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Xtrapred. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Xtrapred. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Xtrapred 0.25% Drops 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 Xtrapred 0.25% Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xtrapred 0.25% Drops habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Xtrapred 0.25% Drops.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Xtrapred 0.25% Drops since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Xtrapred 0.25% Drops is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Xtrapred 0.25% Drops
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Xtrapred 0.25% Drops, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xtrapred 0.25% Drops
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Xtrapred 0.25% Drops and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Xtrapred has immunosuppressant properties ( suppress the body's immune system). Hence, it used to treat a number of auto-immune conditions.
No, You should not discontinue Xtrapred on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.
Xtrapred is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Xtrapred is a brand name of prednisolone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the group of medicine called corticosteroid. It is used to treat a number of the condition such as allergies, the autoimmune disorder, inflammatory condition, and cancer.
Xtrapred is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. However, it is anti-inflammatory in nature which can help in the reducing swelling and pain due to inflammation.
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