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Novizac, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Kidney Stones are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Novizac have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Novizac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Novizac include Nausea or vomiting, Stomach ache. While these are the most often observed Novizac side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Novizac 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, Novizac's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Novizac has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Novizac related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Novizac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Novizac may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Novizac is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Novizac 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Novizac safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Novizac in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Novizac safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Novizac in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Novizac on the Kidneys?
Novizac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Novizac on the Liver?
Information about safety of Novizac for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Novizac on the Heart?
Novizac may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Novizac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novizac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Novizac habit forming or addictive?
Novizac does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Novizac will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Novizac is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Novizac for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Novizac
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Novizac, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Novizac
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Novizac with alcohol.
Novizac is a brand name of disodium Hydrogen Citrate and it comes in liquid dosage form (syrup). It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as alkalinizing agents. It is used for the treatment of gout (a type of arthritis that occurs due to the formation and deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints). It is also used for the prevention of nephrolithiasis (kidney stones) and treatment of acidosis (decrease in blood pH levels). Sometimes it is used along with antibiotics to treat urinary tract infections.
No, Novizac should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Novizac causes gas (flatulence) but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience gas (flatulence) after taking this medicine then try to avoid that food which is more likely to cause gas and eat less quantity of food at a time.
Novizac is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Long-term use of Novizac along with inadequate intake of electrolytes may cause low potassium in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, and tiredness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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