Pidotag 800mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Innovative Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient Pidotimod (800mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassSynthetic Dipeptide
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
Action ClassImmunostimulant- Respiratory tract infections
User Rating4.5
User Reviews387

FAQ

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Can we use Pidotag 800mg in children?
Yes, some studies suggest that Pidotag 800mg can be given in children to prevent respiratory tract infections.
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Can Pidotag 800mg prevent asthma in kids?
Yes, it has been observed that Pidotag 800mg can be useful in the condition like asthma in children. It works by improving the lung function. This medicine decreases the inflammatory molecules in the blood which as a result control the severity of the asthmatic attack. Do not take this medication without consultation. Inform your doctor if your kid has asthma or respiratory distress as your kid might need other additional medicines to treat it. Follow the instructions given by the doctor.
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How does Pidotag 800mg affect the body?
Pidotag 800mg is a medicine which acts by boosting our immune system. It activates the cells in the blood to fight against various germs to protect us from respiratory infections.
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Is Pidotag 800mg useful in urinary infections?
There have been some studies which show the beneficial effect of this medication against conditions like urinary infection. However, this medicine is commonly used to treat respiratory infections. Do not take this medication without consultation. Inform your doctor if you have urinary tract infection because you might need other additional medicines to treat it.
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What if you forget to take Pidotag Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Pidotag 800mg, 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 dosing schedule.
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Pidotag 800mg Tablet Reviews

Pidotag 800mg is a prescription medicine used to prevent diseases of the respiratory tract. It helps to improve and increase immunity and prevents recurrent bacterial or viral infections in the airways.

Pidotag 800mg is either given alone or in combination with some other medicines. It should not be used to treat any existing infections of the respiratory tract. It should be taken with or without food, but better to take it at the same time every day to attain the most benefits. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Generally, no common side effects are seen with this medicine. But some people experience skin rash as a side effect.  If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have kidney disease or have diabetes. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How Pidotag 800mg Tablet Works

Pidotag 800mg is an immunostimulant. It works by modulating the immune system to trigger a protective response against bacteria or viruses that cause recurrent airway infections. This boosts immunity against these infections.

How to Use Pidotag 800mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pidotag 800mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Pidotag 800mg Tablet

  • In Diseases of respiratory tract: Pidotag 800mg is used to treat many diseases of the respiratory tract caused by bacteria or viruses. It stimulates your immune system’s response to these conditions and helps fight these infections. This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

Uses of Pidotag 800mg Tablet

  • Diseases of respiratory tract

Pidotag 800mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pidotag 800mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pidotag 800mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Pidotag 800mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pidotag 800mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Pidotag 800mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pidotag 800mg. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Pidotag 800mg is used for different indications such as asthma, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pneumonia.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing anytime while on treatment with this medicine.
  • Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
  • Let your doctor know if you have any history of any other disease.
  • Avoid smoking completely while taking Pidotag 800mg.

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  2. Licari A, Nigrisoli S. Pidotimod may prevent recurrent respiratory infections in children. Minerva Pediatrica. 2014;66(5):363.

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