Taurine
About Taurine
Taurine is particularly known as an amino sulfonic acid, which is a chemical that helps in building up protein in the body. This chemical is mostly found in the heart, retina, brain and platelets. When it comes to food the best sources of it are fish and meat.
This medication is given as a supplement to adults and children who cannot produce or produce insufficient amounts of this chemical in the body. It is also prescribed as a supplements to patients who are suffering from hypertension, heart disease, a disease of the liver, cholesterol, autism, problems of the eye, diabetes and seizures.
As per medical research this drug does not lead to any reported side effects if it is taken as prescribed by the doctor. Complications may arise in case patients taking this medication as a supplement may also suffer from kidney disease.
Daily dosage of the drug may vary from 500 mg to about 2,000 mg. In the case of some patients, doctors may prescribe a dose that is even above 2,000 mg a day. The drug is available in tablet as well as powder form and is consumed orally.
Some researchers have tagged this medication as a ‘wonder molecule’ as very few supplements are beneficial for the human body as this is.
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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Taurine
Nutritional Deficiencies
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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Taurine ?
Hypersensitivity
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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Taurine ?
No common side effects
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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Taurine
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 a doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult a 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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Medicines containing Taurine
Below is the list of medicines, which contains Taurine as ingredient
- Matador 1Gm Soft Gelatin Capsule
Spey Medical Pvt Ltd
- Paxin Tc Tablet
Anglo-French Drugs & Industries Ltd
- Asque Tablet
Anglo-French Drugs & Industries Ltd
- Morine N 500mg/150mg Tablet
Mova Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
- Renosave Tablet
Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Renolife Tablet
Septalyst Lifesciences Pvt.Ltd.
- Neprosite Tablet
Manfriday Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.
- Soihenz Tablet
La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Nephrovid Tablet
Vivid Biotek Pvt 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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
The active constituent of this medicine is contained within diet supplements work by filling up the gaps caused by missing nutrients within the body. This medication has a number of functions such as regulation of cell volume, bile salts substrate formation, central nervous system cytoprotection and intracellular calcium modulation.
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 Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Taurine ?
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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FAQs about Taurine
Ques : What is Taurine?
Ans : This medication is particularly known as an amino sulfonic acid, which is a chemical that helps in building up protein in the body.
Ques : How long do I need to use Taurine before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Taurine?
Ans : Daily dosage of the drug may vary from 500 mg to about 2,000 mg. In case of some patients, doctors may prescribe a dose that is even above 2,000 mg a day.
Ques : Should I use Taurine empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Taurine?
Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
References
Taurine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/taurine
Taurine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01956
ACETYLCYSTEINE tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=ACETYLCYSTEINE
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