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Caditam is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The right dosage of Caditam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Caditam have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Caditam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Caditam's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Caditam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Caditam contraindications section.
Besides this, Caditam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Caditam, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Caditam is used to treat the following -
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 Caditam safe for pregnant women?
Caditam should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Caditam safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Caditam. If you see any side effects, stop taking Caditam immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Caditam again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Caditam on the Kidneys?
Caditam rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Caditam on the Liver?
Caditam can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Caditam on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Caditam on the heart have been reported.
Caditam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Caditam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Caditam habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Caditam.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Caditam can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Caditam only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Caditam for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Caditam
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Caditam with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Caditam
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Caditam with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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