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Contragesic, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Contragesic has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Contragesic. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Contragesic include Confusion, Nausea or vomiting, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Contragesic as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Contragesic are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Contragesic's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Contragesic related warnings talks about Contragesic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Contragesic is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Seizures, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Contragesic contraindications section.
Additionally, Contragesic may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Contragesic is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Contragesic 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
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Is the use of Contragesic safe for pregnant women?
Contragesic shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Contragesic safe during breastfeeding?
Contragesic does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Contragesic on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Contragesic. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Contragesic on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Contragesic. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Contragesic on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Contragesic. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Contragesic 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 Contragesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Contragesic habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Contragesic.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Contragesic as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Contragesic only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Contragesic in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Contragesic
It is safe to take Contragesic with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Contragesic
Taking alcohol with Contragesic can be dangerous.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor because it is a habit-forming drug.
Yes, Contragesic may cause constipation in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take digestive enzyme and laxatives might be helpful in reducing constipation.
No, Contragesic is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it is habit-forming and can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Contragesic is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as drowsiness (sleepiness), nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Contragesic may cause sweating but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of sweating is unknown but it is presumed that sweating occurs due to stimulation of sweat glands which causes excess sweating.
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