Trizac is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Trizac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Trizac. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Trizac as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Trizac 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.
Trizac's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Trizac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Trizac are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Trizac with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Trizac is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Trizac 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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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of Trizac safe for pregnant women?
Trizac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Trizac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Trizac safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Trizac. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Trizac on the Kidneys?
Trizac rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Trizac on the Liver?
Trizac is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Trizac on the Heart?
Trizac has very mild side effects on the heart.
Trizac 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 Trizac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Trizac habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Trizac is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Trizac you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Trizac only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Trizac can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Trizac
Taking Trizac with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Trizac
Taking alcohol with Trizac can be dangerous.
No, it is not recommended that Trizac should be taken at night as it disturbs sleep in the early phase of the treatment. Thus, it is mostly recommended to take it in the morning or noon.
Yes, Trizac can be given with modafinil. This is because people suffering from major depression also struggle with residual symptoms like persistent fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Modafinil helps overcome these residual symptoms and also improves the overall mood of a patient. Modafinil also helps people to improve their functionality at work.
No, Trizac is non-habit forming and non-addictive when taken as prescribed by the doctor. However, since it lessens the depression, a user may feel good about himself and then he might take more doses and take doses more frequently to enhance that feeling of well-being. Gradually, this might lead to dependence. Therefore, it is imperative that one takes Trizac strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.
Yes, Trizac causes tiredness but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.
No, Trizac is not a controlled substance. It is a prescription drug belongs to the class of medications called antidepressant. A controlled drug is one whose manufacture, use and possession are regulated by the government, eg narcotics. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine and methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.
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