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Cotrip Forte is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression, Anxiety are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cotrip Forte. 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.
The most common side effects of Cotrip Forte are Drowsiness, Dizziness, Bloating or fullness. Some other side effects of Cotrip Forte have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cotrip Forte go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Cotrip Forte's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cotrip Forte related warnings talks about Cotrip Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cotrip Forte is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Suicidal Tendency are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cotrip Forte are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Cotrip Forte have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cotrip Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cotrip 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cotrip Forte is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cotrip Forte safe for pregnant women?
Cotrip Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cotrip Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cotrip Forte safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cotrip Forte. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Cotrip Forte on the Kidneys?
Cotrip Forte has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cotrip Forte on the Liver?
Cotrip Forte has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cotrip Forte on the Heart?
Cotrip Forte has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cotrip Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cotrip Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cotrip Forte habit forming or addictive?
Cotrip Forte can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cotrip Forte. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cotrip Forte is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Cotrip Forte works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cotrip Forte
Taking Cotrip Forte with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cotrip Forte
Taking alcohol with Cotrip Forte can be dangerous.
Yes, Cotrip Forte has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Taking Cotrip Forte with diazepam can increase the risk of drowsiness and sleepiness. Breathing difficulties have also been reported. Hence, avoid using these two medicines together until and unless prescribed by your doctor.
Cotrip Forte is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for people if taken without doctor's advice.
Cotrip Forte works by increasing the levels of a chemical messenger that is called serotonin in the brain which helps in regulating the mood and treating depression. It also stops the movement of the pain signal from the nerve to the brain. Hence, in this way, it treats depression and relieves neuropathic pain.
Using Cotrip Forte together with antihistamines may increase unpleasant drug-induced side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in breathing. Avoid taking these medicines together or consult your doctor before taking these two medicine at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
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