Epalridase 50mg Tablet
About Epalridase 50mg Tablet
Epalridase 50mg Tablet, is a derivative of carboxylic acid which is used for hyperglycemic related complications like neuropathy, retinopathy or nephropathy. This medicine reduces intracellular sorbitol accumulations significantly. There is an improvement in the morphological abnormalities of the nerves once a diabetic is treated with this medicine.
Epalridase 50mg Tablet, cannot be used in case one is hypersensitive, which is a contraindication. This cannot be used in case you suffer from severe hepatic insufficiency. You need to consult a doctor before taking this medicine in case you are breast feeding or are pregnant.
Epalridase 50mg Tablet, is taken orally, with the dosage depending on your medical condition and response to the treatment. This should not be missed or discontinued at your own will. The medicine has to be taken at fixed times so that the medicine is effective and sustains the body balance of the patient.
It causes dizziness, drowsiness, hyper tension and may cause severe headaches. Thus one should not take this medicine if one is driving or working on heavy machinery. The other side effects may be hepatic dysfunction, vomiting, gastric discomfort, eruptions, exacerbation of renal function, numbness, edema or diarrohea.
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 Epalridase 50mg Tablet
Diabetic Nerve Disease
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 Epalridase 50mg Tablet ?
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 Epalridase 50mg Tablet
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 Epalridase 50mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Epalridase 50mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Eparel 50mg Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd
- Aldonil 50Mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
- Alrista 50Mg Tablet
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Aldorace 50Mg Tablet
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
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 dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of Epalrestat, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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?
The medication is a reversible inhibitor for aldose reductase, which slows down the functionality of the said enzyme.
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
Epalrestat-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/epalrestat
Epalrestat-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 10 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB15293
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