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Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet are Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet related warnings talks about Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet in conditions like Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet 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 Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Shicalm Plus can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Shicalm Plus right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Shicalm Plus may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Shicalm Plus should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Shicalm Plus rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet on the Liver?
Shicalm Plus has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Shicalm Plus without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet
Taking Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet
Taking Shicalm Plus 5/2 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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)