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Edastar 1.5Mg Injection

Manufacturer :  Lupin Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Edaravone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Edastar 1.5Mg Injection

Edastar 1.5Mg Injection is an intravenous medicine used for treating neurological symptoms caused by acute cerebral infarction. It also helps improve activity and ability. Edastar 1.5Mg Injection is also prescribed functional disorders. It is given to the patients that suffered a stroke to help with recovery. Moreover it is an antioxidant and is prescribed for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Possible side effects of Edastar 1.5Mg Injection include headache, skin inflammation, bruising, gait disturbances, problems breathing, eczema, excess sugar in urine, hypoxia, Tinea infection, Contusion and fungal skin infections. Edastar 1.5Mg Injection consumption can also lead to hypersensitivity reactions and anaphylaxis.

Patients are therefore advised to keep a check for hypersensitivity reactions and discontinue its use if they notice any such effects. Also patients with mild to moderate renal insufficiency, heart problems or hepatic failure should not take this medicine. It can also be harmful for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Edastar 1.5Mg Injection

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Edastar 1.5Mg Injection ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Edastar 1.5Mg Injection

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Edastar 1.5Mg Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Edastar 1.5Mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine is used for recovery from a stroke or for the treatment of ALS. It acts as a scavenger for free radicals, which stops the oxidative stress damage to neurons.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Edaravone-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 21 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/edaravone

      • Edaravone-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 21 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB12243

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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