Taking the right medication is important—but taking the right dose is critical. Many people don’t realize that proper medication dosing depends on weight, age, kidney function (creatinine levels), and liver health. A wrong dose may be ineffective or cause harmful side effects.
At Dr. Lakhe’s Health Care Centre, we ensure that every prescription is personalized for safe and effective treatment. Here’s a breakdown of common myths and facts about dosing based on body parameters.
Myths vs Facts: Understanding Personalized Drug Dosing
MYTH 1: Adults can all take the same dose.
✅ FACT: Medication metabolism varies. A heavier or older person may require a different dose. Children and elderly patients especially need individualized dosing.
MYTH 2: Kidney function doesn’t matter unless you have kidney disease.
✅ FACT: Even slight reductions in creatinine clearance (CrCl) can affect drug elimination. Many drugs, such as metformin, antibiotics, and blood pressure tablets, need dose adjustment based on renal function.
MYTH 3: The liver doesn’t affect medication use.
✅ FACT: The liver breaks down most drugs. If liver function is impaired (e.g. fatty liver, cirrhosis, hepatitis), medications can accumulate in the body, increasing the risk of toxicity—especially with paracetamol, statins, or antifungal drugs.
MYTH 4: Half a tablet is safe for children.
✅ FACT: Children are not small adults. Pediatric medications are calculated using mg/kg of body weight, and improper dosing can lead to under-treatment or serious side effects.
MYTH 5: Over-the-counter drugs are safe at any dose.
✅ FACT: Common OTC medicines like ibuprofen, aspirin, or antacids can be dangerous in people with impaired kidney or liver function, or in elderly patients.
Expert Drug Dosing at Dr. Lakhe’s Health Care Centre
Our approach to safe prescribing includes:
- Reviewing blood reports (LFT, KFT)
- Considering age, weight, gender, and medical history
- Checking for drug interactions and allergies
- Adjusting doses using clinical guidelines (e.g., Cockcroft-Gault formula for creatinine clearance)
👉 Don’t risk your health with self-medication or standard doses. Let our doctors personalize your treatment for safety and effectiveness.
Conclusion: One Dose Doesn’t Fit All
Every patient is unique. Whether you’re a child, adult, senior, or living with kidney/liver issues, your medications must be adjusted accordingly. Personalized dosing saves lives—and prevents complications.
📍 Visit Dr. Lakhe’s Health Care Centre for expert, personalized medication management and safe treatment protocols.
