Natricarb is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Natricarb. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Natricarb side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Natricarb normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Natricarb is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Natricarb has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Natricarb related warnings section.
Natricarb is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Natricarb have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Natricarb may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Natricarb is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Natricarb 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Natricarb is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Natricarb safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Natricarb in pregnant women.
Is the use of Natricarb safe during breastfeeding?
Natricarb may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Natricarb on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Natricarb on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Natricarb on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Natricarb. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Natricarb on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Natricarb. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Natricarb 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 Natricarb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Natricarb habit forming or addictive?
Natricarb does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Natricarb you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Natricarb is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Natricarb for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Natricarb
Taking Natricarb with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Natricarb
Taking Natricarb with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Natricarb on your own. Discontinuing Natricarb may lead to unwanted side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy such as excessive vomiting. You must speak to your doctor first as this will help you to take an informed decision.
Natricarb must be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not take more or less of it as it may cause side effects or disease relapse.
Yes, Natricarb is usually administered before and after surgery for treating post-anesthesia shivering (PAS) and nausea. PAS is a condition in which tremors of head, neck, trunk, shoulder, and extremities. It greatly reduces the quality of life of a patient since it causes discomfort and increases pain. It disturbs surgical care and increases the stress on cardiopulmonary functions. Hence as a precautionary measure, this medicine is administered to prevent unpleasant anesthetic effects.
No, Natricarb is not found to be effective against motion sickness. It prevents vomiting due to chemotherapeutic drugs and radiation. Motion sickness is the disturbance of the inner ear caused by a lot of motion. It can be prevented by not taking too much food or too many drinks or alcohol just before the travel. One should also avoid food with very strong odours. One should avoid reading while traveling. One should also sit in the direction of the travel. One should sit in the front. Open a vent of fresh air and try to be relaxed while traveling.
Natricarb belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
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