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Secozam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Secozam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Secozam include Uncoordinated Body Movements. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Secozam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Secozam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Secozam's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Secozam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Secozam related warnings section.
Secozam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Secozam in conditions like Drug Abuse. Some other conditions that can be affected by Secozam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Secozam with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Secozam is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Secozam is used to treat the following -
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 Secozam is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Secozam safe for pregnant women?
Secozam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Secozam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Secozam safe during breastfeeding?
Secozam may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Secozam on the Kidneys?
Using Secozam does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Secozam on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Secozam on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Secozam on the Heart?
Secozam is not harmful for the heart.
Secozam 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 Secozam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Secozam habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Secozam can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Secozam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Secozam is safe but it should be taken as per the doctor's prescription.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Secozam can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Secozam
Taking Secozam with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Secozam
Consumption of alcohol and Secozam together may have severe effects on your health.
No. Secozam should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine because it can cause withdrawal syndrome such as convulsions, psychosis, hallucinations, and behavioral disorder.
Yes, Secozam may cause weight gain but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug which is thought to be related to dose and duration of exposure to this drug.
Secozam is a brand name of clobazam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used mainly in the treatment of seizures, associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS). It is also used in anxiety, and schizophrenia (in combination with other treatments).
Yes, you can take Secozam with diazepam only on your doctor's advice because if both of these drugs are taken together then it can cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.
Yes, Secozam makes you sleepy because this drug acts on your brain and decreases its activity due to which drowsiness or sleepiness occurs. Do not drive any vehicle or operate any heavy machinery after taking this drug to avoid accident and injury.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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