Newcita is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. The alternative uses of Newcita have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Newcita depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Newcita as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Newcita go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Newcita's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Newcita related warnings talks about Newcita's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Newcita have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Newcita with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Newcita is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Newcita 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Newcita is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Newcita safe for pregnant women?
Newcita can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Newcita right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Newcita safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Newcita. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Newcita on the Kidneys?
Newcita rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Newcita on the Liver?
Newcita has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Newcita on the Heart?
Newcita may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Newcita 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 Newcita unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Newcita habit forming or addictive?
Newcita does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Newcita, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Newcita can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Newcita only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Newcita can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Newcita
Taking Newcita with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Newcita
Taking alcohol with Newcita can be dangerous.
Yes, Newcita is used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It has been found to be effective in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder alone or in combination with psychotherapy.
Ideally, Newcita should be taken once in a day at any time or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with the food or without the food as food. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, mania, and improper liver or kidney function.
No, Newcita is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking it.
Yes, Newcita causes sleepiness or drowsiness but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug.
For treatment of anxiety Newcita is usually given upto 8 weeks and for the treatment of depression, the duration of treatment may vary depending upon the severity of depression. Take Newcita as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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