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INTRODUCTION
PIDOTIMUNE 400MG contains Pidotimod which belongs to the class of immunostimulants. Pidotimod is a synthetic dipeptide molecule with the immunomodulatory properties focused on both adaptive and innate immunity. It works as an immunostimulant by enhancing innate as well as adaptive immune responses.
Always take this medicine as directed by physician. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of therapy depending upon your age, weight and condition. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. It is recommended for the use in children and adolescents if needed. It should be used with caution in the pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Tell your doctor, if you are taking or taken or might take any other medicines.
USES OF PIDOTIMUNE 400MG
- Treat respiratory and urinary tract infections
HOW PIDOTIMUNE 400MG WORKS
It works as an immunostimulant by enhancing innate as well as adaptive immune responses.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always take PIDOTIMUNE 400MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. If you take more PIDOTIMUNE 400MG than you should, talk to your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF PIDOTIMUNE 400MG
COMMON
The most common side effects are diarrhea if you are experience any adverse reaction consult your doctor as soon as possible.
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Diarrhea:
Drink lot of fluid, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
PIDOTIMUNE 400MG should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
BREASTFEEDING
PIDOTIMUNE 400MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, it may make you feel dizzy.
ALCOHOL
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with PIDOTIMUNE 400MG.
KIDNEY
PIDOTIMUNE 400MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
ALLERGY
Do not take if you are allergic to this medicine.
INTERACTIONS
Talk to your doctor if you are taking or recently taken any other medicines.
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Pidotimod |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Immunostimulants |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Respiratory and urinary tract infections |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Liquid |
MORE INFORMATION
Store at room temperature 15-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
FAQs ABOUT PIDOTIMUNE 400MG
Can PIDOTIMUNE 400MG be used in pregnant women?
It should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
What is an immunostimulant?
Immunostimulants are substances which stimulate immune system by inducing activation or increasing activity of the components.
How PIDOTIMUNE 400MG works?
It works as an immunostimulants by enhancing innate as well as adaptive immune responses.
REFERENCES
1. Pulmonology pharmacology and therapeutics, La renon, [Revised on 2017] [Accessed on 21 Jan 2021] https://www.larenon.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/11.-PIDOTIMUNE-400-800-LBL.pdf
2. Ashok Mahashur, PK Thomas, Parthiv Mehta, Kundan Nivangune, Snehal Muchhala and Rishi Jain; Pidotimod: In-depth review of current evidence; [Revised on 2019] [Accessed on 21 Jan 2021] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6710962/#:~:text=In%20adults%2C%20pidotimod%20is%20effective,bronchiectasis%2C%20and%20chronic%20idiopathic%20urticaria
3. B E Del-Rio-Navarro, F Espinosa Rosales, V Flenady, J J L Sienra-Monge, Immunostimulants for preventing respiratory tract infection in children, [Revised on 2006] [Accessed on 21 Jan 2021] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17054227/
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