Cerekul: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cerekul Information

Cerekul is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety, Schizophrenia.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cerekul. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Cerekul also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Drowsiness, Tiredness. Usually, these side effects of Cerekul 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.

Cerekul's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Cerekul related warnings talks about Cerekul's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cerekul is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cerekul have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Cerekul have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Cerekul, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Cerekul Benefits & Uses
Cerekul Dosage & How to Take
Cerekul Side Effects
Cerekul Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cerekul with Other Drugs
Cerekul Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cerekul
Cerekul Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cerekul Benefits & Uses

Cerekul is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Schizophrenia

Cerekul Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chlordiazepoxide (1 mg), Trifluoperazine (10 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chlordiazepoxide (1 mg), Trifluoperazine (10 mg)/Tablet

Cerekul Related Warnings

Is the use of Cerekul safe for pregnant women?

Cerekul shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Cerekul safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Cerekul. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Cerekul on the Kidneys?

Cerekul rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cerekul on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cerekul. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cerekul on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Cerekul. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Cerekul with Other Drugs

Cerekul should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cerekul Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cerekul unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cerekul

Is this Cerekul habit forming or addictive?

Cerekul does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cerekul. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cerekul only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Cerekul can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Cerekul Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cerekul

Taking Cerekul with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cerekul

Taking alcohol with Cerekul can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cerekul

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cerekul cause hair loss?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, use of Cerekul does not cause hair loss in the patients who are taking it. However, if you notice any unusual hair loss then consult it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Cerekul?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Cerekul 1-4 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cerekul cause withdrawal symptoms?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cerekul causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cerekul?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Cerekul is a brand name of chlordiazepoxide and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as benzodiazepines (sedative and hypnotic). It is a prescription drug which is mainly used in the management of anxiety disorders. Cerekul is also used to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cerekul without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Cerekul is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. This is for your own good as it is a habit-forming drug and can lead to very unpleasant side effects.