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Losed, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety. Secondary and off-label uses of Losed have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Losed. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Losed have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Losed go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Losed's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Losed has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Losed related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Respiratory Depression must refrain from the use of Losed since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Losed contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Losed may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Losed is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Losed 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Losed is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Losed safe for pregnant women?
Losed can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Losed, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Losed safe during breastfeeding?
Losed has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Losed on the Kidneys?
Losed is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Losed on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Losed. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Losed on the Heart?
Losed may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Losed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Losed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Losed habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Losed. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Losed can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Losed only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Losed has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Losed
Some foods when eaten with Losed can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Losed
Taking Losed with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Losed and clonazepam can be together only on your doctor's advice because both of these drugs belong to the same class (benzodiazepines) and taking them together increases the risk of side effects.
Usually, Losed is given for short-term treatment. Your doctor recommends this drug depending upon your condition and extends the medicine course further if you require it. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed.
Yes, Losed might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug which is unharmful and reversible in nature. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Losed is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Losed has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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