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Acodac is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Other than this, Acodac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Acodac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Acodac side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Acodac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acodac is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Acodac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Acodac contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Acodac may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Acodac, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Acodac 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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| Adult(Female) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acodac is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Acodac safe for pregnant women?
Acodac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Acodac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Acodac safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Acodac. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Acodac on the Kidneys?
Acodac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acodac on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Acodac on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Acodac on the Heart?
Acodac is rarely harmful for the heart.
Acodac 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 Acodac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acodac habit forming or addictive?
Acodac is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Acodac as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Acodac only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acodac has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acodac
Taking Acodac with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acodac
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Acodac as it can have severe side effects.
No, it is not recommended that you discontinue taking Acodac on your own as this may cause certain withdrawal symptoms like agitation, irritation, mood changes, and difficulty falling or staying asleep. It is, therefore, suggested that you follow the instructions of your doctor completely and remain compliant to the treatment plan.
Acodac should be taken as long as it prescribed by your doctor. One must not take less or number of doses as that could cause detrimental effects on the health. One should follow the instructions of the doctor completely.
Acodac is available in the forms tablet, capsule, suspension, and syrup. It should be taken exactly as recommended by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It is important to take Acodac at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Acodac may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Acodac.
Yes, Acodac is used for the treatment of anxiety by decreasing the activity in the brain this causes calming of the brain which provides relief to the patient from anxiety.
Yes, Acodac may affect one's sex life by decreasing one's libido. However, if you experience sex life is affected after medicine then inform your doctor immediately they might change your medication or altered the dose.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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