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Sclerace, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Capsule. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Sclerace have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sclerace. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Sclerace are Confusion. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sclerace can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sclerace 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.
It is also important to note that Sclerace has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Sclerace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sclerace related warnings section.
Sclerace is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Sclerace contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Sclerace may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Sclerace is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Sclerace 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 Sclerace safe for pregnant women?
Sclerace can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Sclerace safe during breastfeeding?
Sclerace may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sclerace on the Kidneys?
Sclerace has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sclerace on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Sclerace on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Sclerace on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Sclerace on the heart have been reported.
Sclerace 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 Sclerace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sclerace habit forming or addictive?
Sclerace is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sclerace, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Sclerace can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sclerace is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sclerace cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Sclerace
Sclerace may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sclerace
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Sclerace.
Yes, Sclerace has been reported to cause constipation in patients who are taking it but it occurs very rarely. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Rarely, Sclerace causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Sclerace is an ACE inhibitor. It works by decreasing the production of a substance that raises the blood pressure, it also dilates and relaxes the blood vessels which make it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body. Hence in this way, Sclerace reduces blood pressure as well as another heart-related disease.
Yes, Sclerace may cause erectile dysfunction. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor, they might give you alternate treatment.
Sclerace is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
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