Nicare Information

Nicare is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Insomnia are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Nicare depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nicare as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nicare go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Nicare has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nicare has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nicare related warnings section.

Nicare can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nicare in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Liver Disease, Lung Disease. The section on Nicare contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Nicare 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 Nicare is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Nicare Benefits & Uses
Nicare Dosage & How to Take
Nicare Side Effects
Nicare Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nicare with Other Drugs
Nicare Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nicare
Nicare Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nicare Benefits & Uses

Nicare is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Nicare Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Nicare Related Warnings

Is the use of Nicare safe for pregnant women?

Nicare can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Nicare right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Nicare safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Nicare may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Nicare should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Nicare on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Nicare on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Nicare on the Liver?

Nicare may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nicare on the Heart?

You can take Nicare without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nicare with Other Drugs

Nicare should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Nicare Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nicare unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease
Allergy
Lung Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nicare

Is this Nicare habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Nicare. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Nicare. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nicare is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Nicare can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Nicare Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nicare

Taking Nicare with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nicare

Consuming Nicare with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 405

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Mogadon (nitrazepam)