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Sentral is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Fear. Other than this, Sentral has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sentral. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sentral as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sentral are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Sentral's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Sentral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sentral related warnings section.
Sentral can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sentral in conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Bipolar Disorder. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sentral contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Sentral with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sentral is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sentral 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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Adult(Female) |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Sentral safe for pregnant women?
Sentral may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Sentral, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Sentral safe during breastfeeding?
Sentral should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sentral on the Kidneys?
Sentral is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Sentral on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Sentral on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Sentral on the Heart?
Side effects of Sentral rarely affect the heart.
Sentral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sentral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sentral habit forming or addictive?
Sentral is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sentral, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Sentral can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Sentral should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Sentral can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sentral
You can take Sentral with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sentral
Taking Sentral with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Sentral is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin which increases the concentration of serotonin in the central nervous system (CNS) that helps maintain mental balance. This results in many functional changes and alleviation of depression.
Rarely, Sentral causes insomnia. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. To tackle this your doctor may switch your medications or lower its dosage.
Yes, Sentral 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.
No, Sentral doesn't cause anxiety. In fact, it helps to alleviate the symptoms of social anxiety. Anxiety can be effectively managed by breathing deeply, practicing meditation, and not taking much stress. In case of severe anxiety please speak to your doctor.
No, Sentral doesn't cause sedation. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing sedation after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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