Xamdex Information
Xamdex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sedation.
The correct dosage of Xamdex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Xamdex also has some side effects, the most common being Decreased blood pressure, Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Xamdex as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Xamdex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Xamdex's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Xamdex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xamdex related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression must refrain from the use of Xamdex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xamdex contraindications section.
Besides this, Xamdex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Xamdex, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Xamdex Benefits & Uses
Xamdex is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Xamdex 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 |
Xamdex Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xamdex is used -
Severe
- Bradycardia
- Arrhythimia
Mild
- Dry Mouth
- Nausea or vomiting
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Agitation
- Chills
Common
- Decreased blood pressure
- Slow heart rate (pulse)
Xamdex Related Warnings
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Is the use of Xamdex safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Xamdex during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Unknown -
Is the use of Xamdex safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Xamdex for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Xamdex on the Kidneys?
Xamdex rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Xamdex on the Liver?
Xamdex is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Xamdex on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Xamdex for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Xamdex with Other Drugs
Xamdex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Xamdex Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xamdex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- High Blood Pressure
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Diabetes
- Depression
Frequently asked Questions about Xamdex
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Is this Xamdex habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xamdex is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Xamdex does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Xamdex only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Xamdex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Xamdex Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Xamdex
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Xamdex and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Xamdex
Information about the interaction of Xamdex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 419-420
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 384
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Precedex (dexmedetomidine hydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Dexmedetomidine Sandoz (dexmedetomidine hydrochloride)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 419-420
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 384
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Precedex (dexmedetomidine hydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Dexmedetomidine Sandoz (dexmedetomidine hydrochloride)
