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Hidac Benefits & Uses

Hidac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder
Stress (Read More - Home Remedies for Stress)
Bipolar Disorder
Mania
PMS
Binge Eating Disorder

Hidac 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

Hidac Related Warnings

Is the use of Hidac safe for pregnant women?

Hidac may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Hidac, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Hidac safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Hidac on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Hidac on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Hidac on the Liver?

Hidac may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Hidac on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Hidac on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Hidac with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Warfarin

Alprazolam

Hidac Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Hidac

Is this Hidac habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Hidac is addictive.

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

After taking Hidac, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Hidac can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Hidac is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Hidac can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Hidac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hidac

It is safe to take Hidac with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hidac

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Hidac as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Hidac

Question over 5 years ago

Can Hidac make you tired?

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

Yes, Hidac causes tiredness but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I take Hidac?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Hidac should be taken as long as it prescribed by your doctor. One must not take less or number of doses as that could cause detrimental effects on the health. One should follow the instructions of the doctor completely.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Hidac used for the treatment of anxiety?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hidac is used for the treatment of anxiety by decreasing the activity in the brain this causes calming of the brain which provides relief to the patient from anxiety.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Hidac?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Hidac is the brand name for fluoxetine. It belongs to a class of drug known as an antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). It is available in the form of tablet, capsule, syrup, and suspension. Hidac is used for the management of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (recurring disturbing thoughts with a compulsion to repeat some act), panic disorder (sudden bouts of extreme fear), and premenstrual dysphoric syndrome (irritability, mood swings, bloating and breast tenderness before a menstrual cycle. It is also used to treat depression in people who do not respond to other antidepressant medications such as olanzapine. In addition, it is used to treat depression in people who also show symptoms of bipolar disorder (a manic-depressive disorder in which there are bouts of depression, mania, and abnormal mood) with olanzapine.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Hidac a controlled substance?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Hidac 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.