food interaction for Piplar Drop
alcohol interaction for Piplar Drop
pregnancy interaction for Piplar Drop
lactation interaction for Piplar Drop
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Piplar Drop may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Piplar Drop.
UNSAFE
Piplar Drop is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Piplar Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness, skin rash, and feeding issues.
Monitor the baby for sleepiness, skin rash, and feeding issues.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Piplar 6mg Drop
Phenobarbitone(6mg)
Piplar drop uses
{med_name} is used in epilepsy/seizures.
How piplar drop works
Piplar Drop controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common side effects of piplar drop
Drowsiness, Nausea, Diarrhea, Hyperactivity, Depression, Confusion, Decreased blood pressure, Fatigue, Headache, Dizziness, Constipation, Excitement, Hangover
SUBSTITUTES FOR Piplar Drop
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Piplar Drop
- Phenobarbitone helps in treatment and prevention of seizures.
- It may be habit-forming with long-term use.
- Talk with your doctor if it stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
- It may make you very sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you notice pain in your joints or if you have a history of bone disease.
- Get regular blood tests done to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
- Talk to your doctor immediately if you notice skin rash accompanied with fever.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Piplar 6mg Drop
Phenobarbitone
Q. What is Piplar Drop used for?
Piplar Drop is prescribed to control seizures or fits. Piplar Drop belongs to barbiturate group of medicines. In exceptional circumstances, it is also used to treat seizures that sometimes accompany a high fever in children.
Q. What if I forget to take Piplar Drop?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten dose.
Q. Can Piplar Drop cause addiction?
Yes, Piplar Drop may cause addiction in patients with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse if they take it for a prolonged time. Therefore, Piplar Drop should be avoided in such patients.