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Surgesic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Surgesic have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Surgesic. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Surgesic include Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache, Flatulence. While these are the most often observed Surgesic side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Surgesic normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Surgesic is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Surgesic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Surgesic have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Surgesic have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Surgesic, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Surgesic 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Surgesic is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Surgesic safe for pregnant women?
Surgesic can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Surgesic right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Surgesic safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Surgesic. If you see any side effects, stop taking Surgesic immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Surgesic again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Surgesic on the Kidneys?
Surgesic can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Surgesic on the Liver?
Surgesic may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Surgesic on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Surgesic. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Surgesic 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 Surgesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Surgesic habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Surgesic is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Surgesic, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Surgesic can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Surgesic only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Surgesic cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Surgesic
Taking Surgesic with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Surgesic
Consuming Surgesic with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Surgesic should not be taken in Dengue because it can increase the risk of internal bleeding. Patients should consult a medical professional, take ample rest and drink plenty of fluids. However, paracetamol can be taken to bring down fever and reduce joint aches.
Discontinuation of Surgesic on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Surgesic can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
Surgesic works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
Yes, Surgesic can be given in a toothache generally tooth pain occur due to infection so preferably it should be taken with a combination of antibiotics. Please consult the dentist before taking this medication.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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