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Sen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Fear. Other than this, Sen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sen. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sen has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Sen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sen related warnings section.
Sen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sen in conditions like Suicidal Tendency, Bipolar Disorder. Some other conditions that can be affected by Sen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Sen with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sen 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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Adult(Female) |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Sen safe for pregnant women?
Sen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Sen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Sen safe during breastfeeding?
Sen may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Sen on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Sen on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sen on the Liver?
Sen may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Sen on the Heart?
Sen may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Sen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sen habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sen is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Sen. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Sen only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Sen can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sen
Taking Sen with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sen
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sen as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Sen may cause tremors (unintentional oscillatory movement of the body part). Other movement disorders caused by Sen are dystonia (excessive contraction of a muscle leading to involuntary twisting), and akathisia (sense of restlessness and an intense desire to move).
No, Sen is not a steroid. It belongs to the class of compounds known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Sen is available in the form of a tablet which is to be taken orally or by mouth. It can be taken with food or on an empty stomach. Your doctor will suggest a dosing regimen as per the severity of your condition. Sen should be taken on the same time every day so that one doesn't skip the dose. It is important to follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Rarely, Sen causes insomnia. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. To tackle this your doctor may switch your medications or lower its dosage.
Yes, Sen has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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