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Crotorax Hc, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Other than this, Crotorax Hc has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Crotorax Hc. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Crotorax Hc also has some side effects, the most common being Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Crotorax Hc can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Crotorax Hc go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Crotorax Hc's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Crotorax Hc has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Crotorax Hc related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Crotorax Hc have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Crotorax Hc may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Crotorax Hc is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Crotorax Hc 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Crotorax Hc is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Crotorax Hc safe for pregnant women?
Crotorax HC can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Crotorax HC, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Crotorax Hc safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Crotorax HC on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Crotorax HC will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Crotorax Hc on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Crotorax HC. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Crotorax Hc on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Crotorax HC. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Crotorax HC only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Crotorax Hc on the Heart?
Crotorax HC can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Crotorax Hc 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 Crotorax Hc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Crotorax Hc habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Crotorax Hc.
Interaction between Food and Crotorax Hc
There is no information on the effects of taking Crotorax Hc with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Crotorax Hc
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Crotorax Hc with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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