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Cadicoff, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Lozenges. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis, Cough. The alternative uses of Cadicoff have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cadicoff. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cadicoff include Nausea or vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Drowsiness. Such side effects of Cadicoff normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Cadicoff's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cadicoff has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cadicoff related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cadicoff are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Cadicoff may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cadicoff is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cadicoff is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Cadicoff safe for pregnant women?
Cadicoff can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cadicoff right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cadicoff safe during breastfeeding?
Cadicoff can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Cadicoff on the Kidneys?
Cadicoff may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cadicoff on the Liver?
Cadicoff may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cadicoff on the Heart?
Cadicoff has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cadicoff should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cadicoff unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cadicoff habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Cadicoff. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cadicoff you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cadicoff only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cadicoff cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cadicoff
You can take Cadicoff with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cadicoff
Taking alcohol with Cadicoff can be dangerous.
Take Cadicoff in every 4-6 hours after a meal or as advised/prescribed by your doctor.
No, Cadicoff should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, you can use Cadicoff in combination with acetaminophen to treat the cough and cold, but you should always take this medicine after consulting your doctor.
No, Cadicoff is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Cadicoff works by blocking the receptors which induce pain throughout the body. When Cadicoff is used to reduce coughing, it works by reducing the activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.
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