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Serentin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Serentin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Serentin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Serentin include Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Serentin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Serentin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Serentin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Serentin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Serentin related warnings section.
Serentin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Serentin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Serentin may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Serentin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Serentin 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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Is the use of Serentin safe for pregnant women?
Serentin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Serentin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Serentin safe during breastfeeding?
Serentin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Serentin on the Kidneys?
Serentin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Serentin on the Liver?
Serentin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Serentin on the Heart?
Serentin is not harmful for the heart.
Serentin 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 Serentin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Serentin habit forming or addictive?
Serentin does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Serentin
Taking Serentin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Serentin
Consuming Serentin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 439-440
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)