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Deprid Forte is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Deprid Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Deprid Forte as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Deprid Forte normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Deprid Forte has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Deprid Forte related warnings talks about Deprid Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Deprid Forte contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Deprid Forte with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Deprid Forte, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Deprid Forte is used to treat the following -
Main 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.
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Is the use of Deprid Forte safe for pregnant women?
Deprid Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Deprid Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Deprid Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Deprid Forte should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Deprid Forte on the Kidneys?
Deprid Forte may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Deprid Forte on the Liver?
Deprid Forte 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 Deprid Forte on the Heart?
Side effects of Deprid Forte on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Deprid Forte 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 Deprid Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deprid Forte habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Deprid Forte. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Deprid Forte as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Deprid Forte should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Deprid Forte can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Deprid Forte
Taking Deprid Forte with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deprid Forte
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Deprid Forte as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, use of Deprid Forte for short-term can help in providing relief from anxiety through relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain.
No, Deprid Forte Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Deprid Forte is a brand name of diazepam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepine (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used to provide relief to the patient from anxiety, insomnia associated with anxiety, muscle spasms, seizures. It is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, panic attacks, a sedative for minor surgery and to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.
Deprid Forte works by suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through the increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. This calms the brain and provides relief to the patient.
Yes, Deprid Forte is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses such as drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation and changes in libido. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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