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Amicet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Amicet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amicet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Amicet are Heartburn. Some other side effects of Amicet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Amicet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Amicet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Amicet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amicet related warnings section.
Amicet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Gastrointestinal Bleeding are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amicet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Amicet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Amicet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Amicet is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amicet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amicet safe for pregnant women?
Amicet can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amicet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Amicet. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amicet on the Kidneys?
Amicet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amicet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Amicet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Amicet on the Heart?
Amicet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Amicet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amicet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amicet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amicet.
Interaction between Food and Amicet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Amicet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amicet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amicet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xyzal® (levocetirizine dihydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,167
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
