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Egret Forte is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Egret Forte. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Egret Forte side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Egret Forte are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Egret Forte has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Egret Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Egret Forte have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Egret Forte with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Egret Forte is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Egret Forte is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
Is the use of Egret Forte safe for pregnant women?
Egret Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Egret Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Egret Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Egret Forte. If you see any side effects, stop taking Egret Forte immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Egret Forte again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Egret Forte on the Kidneys?
Egret Forte rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Egret Forte on the Liver?
Side effects of Egret Forte rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Egret Forte on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Egret Forte on the heart, information on safety of Egret Forte for the heart is unavailable.
Egret Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Egret Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Egret Forte habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Egret Forte. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
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 Egret Forte can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Egret Forte should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Egret Forte can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Egret Forte
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Egret Forte with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Egret Forte
Taking alcohol with Egret Forte can be dangerous.
No, Egret Forte 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.
Yes, Egret Forte might cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
No, use of Egret Forte 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.
Egret Forte 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. Egret Forte is also used to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.
Yes, Egret Forte may cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. However, the exact cause behind diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
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