C Dex Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa, Loss of appetite. Other than this, C Dex Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of C Dex Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of C Dex Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of C Dex Tablet 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.
C Dex Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to C Dex Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
C Dex Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by C Dex Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, C Dex Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that C Dex Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
C Dex Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when C Dex Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of C Dex Tablet safe for pregnant women?
C Dex is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of C Dex Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of C Dex. If you see any side effects, stop taking C Dex immediately and talk to your doctor. Take C Dex again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of C Dex Tablet on the Kidneys?
C Dex does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of C Dex Tablet on the Liver?
C Dex is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of C Dex Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of C Dex on the heart have been reported.
C Dex Tablet 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 C Dex Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this C Dex Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that C Dex Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking C Dex Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as C Dex Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
C Dex Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, C Dex Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and C Dex Tablet
Taking C Dex Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and C Dex Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and C Dex Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, C Dex can be taken with tylenol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
C Dex can be taken orally with or without food, usually 2- 3 times in a day as directed by a doctor. Take it every day at the same time. Follow all direction and instruction given by a doctor while taking this medicine.
Avoid taking C Dex with zyrtec because it may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in breathing if taken together. If you are taking these two medicines together and feeling drowsy and difficulty breathing, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted side- effects.
C Dex is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, C Dex is not used to treat anxiety. It is an antihistamine drug used to treat allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, sneezing, and hay fever.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cyproheptadine HCI
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 174