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Coolam is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety. Secondary and off-label uses of Coolam have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Coolam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Coolam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Coolam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Coolam's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Coolam related warnings talks about Coolam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Coolam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Glaucoma, Epilepsy, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Coolam contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Coolam with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Coolam, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Coolam 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Coolam is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Coolam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Coolam. If you are pregnant, do not take Coolam without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Coolam safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Coolam. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Coolam on the Kidneys?
Coolam rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Coolam on the Liver?
Effects of Coolam on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Coolam on the Heart?
Coolam is rarely harmful for the heart.
Coolam 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 Coolam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Coolam habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Coolam cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Coolam. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Coolam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Coolam is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Coolam
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Coolam to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coolam
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Coolam are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Coolam can be taken anytime as instructed by the doctor. But since this drug induces sleep in some patients hence, it is best to take it post evening. Irrespective of drowsiness and sleep inducing factors of this drug, you are highly recommended to take it during the day if you are suffering from anxiety and unexpected panic attacks.
Yes, Coolam can be taken with Tylenol. No clinical significance interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming these two medicines at the same do not hesitate to inform the doctor.
Yes, Coolam is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration. However, there are few side effects which have been observed at a therapeutic dose level such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, depression, hallucination, shortness of breath, seizure, confusion, memory loss, unusual changes in behavior, and problems with coordination or balance.
Yes, Coolam can cause low blood pressure if taken in higher doses. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.
No, Coolam cannot be taken with an opioid drug. It can cause life-threatening side effects such as sedation, respiratory problems, depression, and in rare consequences can lead to coma as well if these two combinations are mixed together.
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