Eleral
Eleral Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Trade Name | Eleral |
Generic | Levosulpiride |
Levosulpiride Other Names | Levosulpirida, Levosulpiride, Levosulpiridum, S-(-)-Sulpiride |
Weight | 25mg, 50mg |
Type | Tablet |
Formula | C15H23N3O4S |
Weight | Average: 341.43 Monoisotopic: 341.140927407 |
Groups | Experimental |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | Pharmix Laboratories (private) Limited, |
Available Country | Pakistan |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Eleral is indicated to treat dyspepsia, symptoms of Meniere's syndrome, and second line in the treatment of drug-induced nausea and vomiting.
Eleral is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Dizziness, Dyspepsia, Nausea, Nausea and vomiting, Tinnitus, Hearing loss or impairment
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FAQ
What is Eleral used for ?
Eleral is an antipsychotic medication used to treat depression, indigestion, psychiatric disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety disorder, vertigo, hallucinations, schizophrenia, and frequent heartburns. The drug is used for the prevention of premature ejaculation.
How safe is Eleral?
Eleral is an effective and safe drug in the treatment of dysmotility-like functional dyspepsia and non-erosive reflux disease.
How does Eleral work?
Eleral works by increasing the release of acetylcholine. It increases the movement of the stomach and intestines and prevents reflux.
What are the common side effects of Eleral?
Some of the common side effects of Eleral are:
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Drowsiness
- Irregular Menstrual Periods
- Gynecomastia
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Weight gain
- Unusual tiredness
- Increased salivation
- Fever
- Excessive Sweating
- Change in Heart Rate
- Abnormal Heart Rate
Is Eleral safe during pregnancy?
Eleral is not recommended if you are pregnant as it can harm your foetus. This medicine is prescribed by your doctor only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Can I take Eleral while breastfeeding?
All antihistamines are considered safe to use during breastfeeding, as minimal amounts are excreted in the breast milk and would not cause any adverse effects on a breastfeeding infant.
Can I drink alcohol with Eleral?
The interaction of alcohol with Eleral causes an increase in impaired coordination and reactivity. This may result in an increased risk of accidents at the workplace, especially in people using dangerous machinery.
Can I drive after taking Eleral?
It is advised to avoid driving after taking Eleral as it may alter the ability to drive.
Does Eleral make me sleepy?
Some of the common side effects of Eleral are: Headache. Fatigue. Drowsiness.
When should be taken of Eleral?
Take the tablet before a meal or as advised by your doctor. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body.
How many time can I take Eleral daily?
Take Eleral tablets three times a day.
How long does Eleral take to work?
Eleral may remain in your body for 1-2 days.
What is the half life of Eleral?
In the single 25 mg study, the mean peak plasma concentration was 441 ng/mL, the mean area under the concentration–time curve from 0 to 36 h (AUC0–36) was 1724 ng h/mL, and the mean elimination half-life (t1/2) was 7.0 h.
Can I take Eleral for a long time?
Eleral is usually prescribed for 4 weeks as per the condition of use given in the product's label, as it is available as either tablets or oral solutions. The duration can also be 8 weeks (4 weeks for treatment and 4 weeks for the follow-up period).
Does Eleral cause weight gain?
Eleral may cause side effects like headache, fatigue, constipation, tiredness, weight changes, and irregular periods.
What happen If I missed a dose of Eleral?
Take the missed dose of Eleral as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not take double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
What happen if I overdose on Eleral?
Oral form: Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact a doctor for further guidance if an overdose with Eleral is suspected.
Injection form: An overdose of Eleral injection is unlikely to happen as this medicine is administered by a healthcare professional. If overdose is suspected then your doctor will start overdose protocol immediately.
Can I suddenly stop taking Eleral?
Stop it...as it does not have much withdraw symptoms which will bother you... And usually people stop it... abruptly.
Can Eleral affect my kidneys?
There are no case reports in chronic kidney disease patients.
Can Eleral used for children?
Eleral is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Can Eleral affect my heart?
Eleral should be used with caution if you have a problems of the heart and this medicine can alter heart rate. Your doctor may adjust the dose according to your condition and/or closely monitor the functioning of your heart.