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Rixon, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Rixon have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rixon. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Rixon include Dry Mouth. While these are the most often observed Rixon side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rixon are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Rixon has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Rixon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rixon related warnings section.
Rixon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rixon in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Rixon are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Rixon with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rixon, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rixon 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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Is the use of Rixon safe for pregnant women?
Rixon can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Rixon right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Rixon safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Rixon may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Rixon should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Rixon on the Kidneys?
Rixon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rixon on the Liver?
Rixon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rixon on the Heart?
Rixon is completely safe for the heart.
Rixon 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 Rixon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rixon habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rixon has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Rixon
Taking Rixon with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rixon
Taking alcohol with Rixon can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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