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Tenacid is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bleeding. Tenacid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Tenacid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Tenacid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tenacid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Tenacid's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tenacid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tenacid is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Blood Cancer, Colour Blindness, Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Tenacid with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tenacid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Tenacid 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Tenacid safe for pregnant women?
Tenacid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Tenacid again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tenacid safe during breastfeeding?
Tenacid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tenacid on the Kidneys?
Tenacid may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tenacid on the Liver?
Side effects of Tenacid rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Tenacid on the Heart?
Tenacid may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Tenacid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tenacid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenacid habit forming or addictive?
Tenacid does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tenacid will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Tenacid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Tenacid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tenacid
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tenacid, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenacid
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tenacid.
Yes, Tenacid has an expiry date and it must not be used beyond that date as it may not be as effective.
No, Tenacid is not available over the counter. It is available as a prescription drug only.
No, Tenacid doesn't prolong periods. It may or may not shorten the duration of the period because it mainly reduces the blood loss during periods.
Tenacid is available in the form of an injection and tablet. Injection must be taken under the supervision of a doctor. The tablet should be taken orally or by mouth. Depending upon your condition, your doctor will suggest you a dosing schedule. It is important that you stick to this schedule. It can be taken with or without food. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that you don't miss the dose. If your bleeding doesn't reduce or gets worse, call your doctor immediately.
No, Tenacid does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 628-629
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