Addphos Granules
About Addphos Granules
Addphos Granules is used as a dietary supplement in patients who lack it in their daily diet. Decreased amount of phosphorus in the diet is usually caused by illnesses and diseases. It also stops the growth of calcium stones in the urinary tract.
This medicine is also prescribed in the treatment of high calcium levels in the blood and hyperparathyroidism. Also, it is used to treat a low level of blood phosphate. Inform your doctor, if you have any current medication or medical problems such as-
- Burns,
- Heart disease,
- Rickets,
- Dehydration,
- Edema,
- High blood pressure,
- Liver disease, etc.
The dosage depends on your age, weight, medical condition and your response to the treatment. It is recommended to use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor or health care professional.
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Addphos Granules
Nutritional Deficiencies
Increased Blood Calcium Levels
Hyperparathyroidism
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Addphos Granules ?
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Addphos Granules ?
Confusion
Convulsions
Headache
Weight Gain
Weakness
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Addphos Granules
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Women who are pregnant must take medical help before using this drug.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
The medication is a diet supplement that is prescribed to patients of rickets, kidney stones, liver diseases, etc. The drug provides phosphorus in the form of phosphates to fill up the deficiency of phosphorus in the body in these ailments.
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 Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Addphos Granules ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Interaction with Medicine
FAQs about Addphos Granules
Ques : What is Addphos Granules?
Ans : Addphos Granules is a natural body mineral component important for metabolic processes, it is used as a dietary supplement for patients who lack Addphos Granules in their daily diet. Reduced amount of Addphos Granules in the diet is generally caused by illnesses and diseases.
Ques : What is the importance of Addphos Granules in the body?
Ans : Addphos Granules affects how the body metabolizes carbohydrates and fat, it helps in the translation of proteins necessary for the growth, and maintenance of cells. Along with that, Addphos Granules is necessary for ATP synthesis, the energy currency of the body.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Addphos Granules?
Ans : The frequency of prescription depends upon the patient’s ailment and type of medication. Therefore, the frequency of usage will be different from person to person.
Ques : Should I use Addphos Granules empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : It should be accompanied with food, taking it on an empty stomach may cause discomfort.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Addphos Granules?
Ans : It should be stored at room temperature in dark, as keeping it on higher temp may cause an unwanted reaction. Keep this medication away from the reach of children. Expired medications should be disposed of so as not to trigger a reaction.
Ques : How is Addphos Granules administered?
Ans : It is taken by mouth about four times a day with a glass of water, it is advisable to walk for at least 10 minutes after taking this medication.
Ques : What are the side-effects of Addphos Granules?
Ans : It may cause nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache. Major reactions to Addphos Granules are rare but if you get rash, swelling in tongue or throat, confusion, increased heartbeat, body ache, trouble breathing, consult with your doctor immediately.
Ques : What precautions should be taken with Addphos Granules consumption?
Ans : You should inform your doctor if you're allergic to something as inactive components of this medication may cause severe allergic reactions or other problems. Inform your doctor if you have adrenal gland problems, congestive heart failure, breathing problems, hormonal problems, liver disease, edema.
Ques : Should Addphos Granules be consumed by pregnant and breastfeeding women?
Ans : Addphos Granules should only be consumed by pregnant and breastfeeding women when absolutely necessary. Consult the benefits and risks of consumption with your doctor.
Ques : What to do in case of a missed dose?
Ans : Take the missed dosage as soon as you remember, however, if the time of the missed dosage is near to the next dose, skip it, do not double dose.
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