Inositol

Inositol considered as a vitamine. Inositolis a hexahydroxycyclohexane. It occurs in all plant and animal cells either in free or in combined form. There is no valid therapeutic use of inosIitol in human.


Adult Dose
Dose: 12 g
Single Dose: 12 (12)
Frequency: 24 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions: For neuropsychiatric problems
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. It is of Natural origin. . The Molecular Weight of Inositol is 180.20.
Contraindications
Inositol is contraindicated in conditions like Food allergy.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Inositol, which give rise to further complications include Allergic reactions, Hives.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Inositol are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea.
Indications
Inositol is primarily indicated in conditions like Anxiety, Depression, Hypercholesterolaemia, Obsessive-compulsive disorders, Panic disorders, Polycystic ovary syndrome, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Diabetic nephropathy, Eczema.
Interactions
Inositol is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementCerivastatin SodiumCerivastatin sodium causes additive toxicity with Inositol These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Geriatrics.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Susp Store Below 40°C. Tab Store Below 25°C.
Warnings
Use caution if you have depression or bipolar disorder and are taking or considering taking inositol. There is a possibility that manic episodes may occur. Not enough is known about the use of inositol during pregnancy and breast-feeding. You should stay on the safe side and avoid use.
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