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Car Ca, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Car Ca also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Car Ca depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Car Ca include Heartburn. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Car Ca as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Car Ca are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Car Ca's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Car Ca has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Car Ca related warnings section.
Car Ca is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Car Ca are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Car Ca with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Car Ca, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Car Ca 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Car Ca safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Car Ca. If you are pregnant, do not take Car Ca without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Car Ca safe during breastfeeding?
Car Ca may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Car Ca on the Kidneys?
Car Ca rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Car Ca on the Liver?
Side effects of Car Ca rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Car Ca on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Car Ca on the heart have been reported.
Car Ca 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 Car Ca unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Car Ca habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Car Ca has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Car Ca
There is no information on the effects of taking Car Ca with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Car Ca
Information about the interaction of Car Ca and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Absorption of Car Ca is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Take Car Ca as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Car Ca can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for a cold.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Car Ca can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219