WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Signs of kidney problems like unable to pass urine, change in how much urine is passed, blood in the urine, or a big weight gain.
Fever or chills.
Swelling.
Joint pain.
Very bad dizziness or passing out.
Feeling very tired or weak.
Any unexplained bruising or bleeding.
It is common to have diarrhea when taking Retarpen. Rarely, a very bad form of diarrhea called Clostridium difficile –associated diarrhea (CDAD) may occur. Sometimes, this has led to a deadly bowel problem (colitis). CDAD may happen while you are taking this medicine or within a few months after you stop taking it. Call your doctor right away if you have stomach pain or cramps, very loose or watery stools, or bloody stools. Do not try to treat loose stools without first checking with your doctor.
Nerve damage can happen if Retarpen is given into or near a nerve. This could be long-lasting. Call your doctor right away if you have any numbness, tingling, or weakness.
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Retarpen other side effects
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
Loose stools (diarrhea).
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Can Retarpen be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Retarpen?
Tell all of your health care providers that you take Retarpen. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
Very bad and sometimes deadly allergic side effects have rarely happened. Talk with your doctor.
Do not use longer than you have been told. A second infection may happen.
Birth control pills and other hormone-based birth control may not work as well to prevent pregnancy. Use some other kind of birth control also like a condom when taking this medicine.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Retarpen while you are pregnant.
Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.
How should I take Retarpen?
Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
It is given as a shot into a muscle.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
Call your doctor to find out what to do.
Can Retarpen be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Retarpen be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Retarpen, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Retarpen. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Three patients reported useful
How active was the Retarpen in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms? Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Retarpen were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
Patients
%
Useful
2
66.7%
Not useful
1
33.3%
Patient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yet
One patient reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Retarpen is Worth It? Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Retarpen medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients
%
Expensive
1
100.0%
Five patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Retarpen? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Retarpen should take Twice in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
%
Twice in a day
3
60.0%
Once in a day
2
40.0%
Six patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Retarpen May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
%
1-5mg
3
50.0%
6-10mg
2
33.3%
51-100mg
1
16.7%
Four patients reported time for results
How long will I use Retarpen before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about > 3 month and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Retarpen. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Retarpen kindly click here
Patients
%
> 3 month
2
50.0%
1 month
1
25.0%
2 days
1
25.0%
Patient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yet
Nine patients reported age
Patients
%
46-60
3
33.3%
30-45
3
33.3%
6-15
2
22.2%
> 60
1
11.1%
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