Serentin Information

Serentin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Serentin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Serentin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Serentin include Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Serentin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Serentin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Serentin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Serentin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Serentin related warnings section.

Serentin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Serentin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Serentin may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Serentin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Serentin Benefits & Uses

Serentin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Schizophrenia

Serentin 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: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Trifluoperazine (5 mg), Trihexyphenidyl (2 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Trifluoperazine (5 mg), Trihexyphenidyl (2 mg)/Tablet

Serentin Related Warnings

Is the use of Serentin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Serentin. It is best to stop taking Serentin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Serentin safe during breastfeeding?

Serentin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Serentin on the Kidneys?

Serentin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Serentin on the Liver?

Serentin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Serentin on the Heart?

Using Serentin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Serentin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Codeine

Moderate

Levodopa

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Cetirizine

Insulin Aspart

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Codeine

Phenylephrine

Pseudoephedrine

Serentin Contraindications

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

Depression
Tardive Dyskinesia
Arrhythmia
Heart Failure
Reye's syndrome
Dementia
Liver Disease
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Serentin

Is this Serentin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Serentin.

Serentin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Serentin

You can take Serentin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Serentin

Taking alcohol with Serentin can be dangerous.