Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Chronic Malnutrition
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from malnourishment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Increase in the blood pressure
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure due to an increase in the risk of very high blood pressure. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Infectious diarrhea
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with infectious diarrhea due to the risk of worsening of symptoms. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Tardive dyskinesia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with Tardive dyskinesia characterized by involuntary movement of the tongue, lips, and face. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any antipsychotic medications before receiving this medicine. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Driving or Operating machinery
This medicine may cause dizziness, fainting, and drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Drug dependence and abuse
This medicine has a high potential for addiction and abuse even at recommended dosages, especially with prolonged use. Appropriate patient monitoring, safety precautions, and management of dose quantity are recommended to reduce the risk of drug abuse.
Acute abdominal conditions
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with acute abdominal conditions due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Reduced fertility
Prolonged use of this medicine can reduce fertility in males and females in the reproductive age group. Patients should be informed about the potential effect on reproductive capabilities before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Suicidal Tendencies
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients exhibiting suicidal tendencies due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Withdrawal symptoms
Abrupt withdrawal of this medicine may cause withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal of this medicine should be undertaken gradually using a dosage-tapering schedule. Symptoms of withdrawal may include tremors, nausea and vomiting, chills and fever, diarrhea, and even hallucinations in some cases.
Elderly patients
This medicine should be administered with caution in elderly patients since the risk of severe adverse effects is significantly high. Suitable adjustments in dose quantity and safety monitoring may be required in such cases.
Gastro-intestinal bleeding
This medicine may cause severe gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation after prolonged usage. These adverse events may occur with or without warning symptoms. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.