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Dimrid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Other than this, Dimrid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Dimrid is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Dimrid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Dimrid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Dimrid's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Dimrid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dimrid related warnings section.
The section on Dimrid contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Dimrid have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dimrid is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dimrid 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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Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of Dimrid safe for pregnant women?
Dimrid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Dimrid again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dimrid safe during breastfeeding?
Dimrid may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dimrid on the Kidneys?
Dimrid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dimrid on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dimrid on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dimrid on the Heart?
Dimrid is rarely harmful for the heart.
Dimrid 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 Dimrid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dimrid habit forming or addictive?
Dimrid does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dimrid. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Dimrid only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Dimrid works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dimrid
You can take Dimrid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dimrid
Consumption of alcohol and Dimrid together may have severe effects on your health.
Dimrid is available in the forms tablet, capsule, suspension, and syrup. It should be taken exactly as recommended by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It is important to take Dimrid at the same time every day so that you do not forget to take the dose. Dimrid may take 4 to 5 weeks to exert its complete effect and it is thus, important to be patient and keep taking Dimrid.
Dimrid is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin which increases the concentration of serotonin in the central nervous system (CNS) that helps maintain mental balance. This results in many functional changes and alleviation of depression.
No, Dimrid is not a controlled substance. It is a prescription drug belongs to the class of medications called antidepressant. A controlled drug is one whose manufacture, use and possession are regulated by the government, eg narcotics. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine and methadone, codeine, morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.
Yes, Dimrid can be given with modafinil. This is because people suffering from major depression also struggle with residual symptoms like persistent fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Modafinil helps overcome these residual symptoms and also improves the overall mood of a patient. Modafinil also helps people to improve their functionality at work.
No, Dimrid is non-habit forming and non-addictive when taken as prescribed by the doctor. However, since it lessens the depression, a user may feel good about himself and then he might take more doses and take doses more frequently to enhance that feeling of well-being. Gradually, this might lead to dependence. Therefore, it is imperative that one takes Dimrid strictly under the recommendations of a doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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