Sycodone

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Sycodone Information

Sycodone is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Sycodone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sycodone. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Sycodone have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Sycodone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Sycodone's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Sycodone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Sycodone is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sycodone contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Sycodone with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sycodone is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Sycodone Benefits & Uses

Sycodone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sycodone 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 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Autism
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: patients above 5 years old having weight between 15 kg to 20 kg should take 0.25 mg once daily


Sycodone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sycodone is used -

Moderate

Mild

  • Headache
  • Drowsiness
  • Insomnia
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Cough
  • पेट दर्द
  • Tremor
  • Rhinitis
  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Nasal congestion
  • Weight gain

Sycodone Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Sycodone safe for pregnant women?


    Sycodone may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Sycodone again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Sycodone safe during breastfeeding?


    Sycodone should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Sycodone on the Kidneys?


    Sycodone rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sycodone on the Liver?


    Sycodone has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sycodone on the Heart?


    Sycodone is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Sycodone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Sycodone Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Sycodone

  • Is this Sycodone habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Sycodone has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sycodone as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Sycodone 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, Sycodone is useful in treating mental disorders.

    Yes

Sycodone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Sycodone


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Sycodone to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Sycodone


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sycodone as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Risperdal® (risperidone)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 441-442

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1101-1103

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