Impavido

Impavido 50mg Capsule is used to treat certain types of leishmaniasis (a disease caused by the bite of certain sandflies), such as visceral leishmaniasis (a disease affecting the internal organs), cutaneous leishmaniasis (a disease affecting the skin) or mucosal leishmaniasis (a disease affecting the nose, mouth or throat).

Use of Impavido 50mg Capsule should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Impavido 50mg Capsule or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Impavido 50mg Capsule for the first time, consult your doctor.

Before starting treatment with Impavido 50mg Capsule, inform your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or heart problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Impavido 50mg Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

If you forget a dose of Impavido 50mg Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

No, do not stop taking Impavido 50mg Capsule without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

No, Impavido 50mg Capsule is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that Impavido 50mg Capsule can be harmful for the development of the baby. Therefore, Impavido 50mg Capsule is prescribed to pregnant women only if the benefits of the medicine outweigh the risks involved with its use. If you are planning to conceive, are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Impavido 50mg Capsule. However, if a woman is already on treatment with Impavido 50mg Capsule and she conceives, inform the doctor immediately.