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Sidose Information

Sidose is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Sidose also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Sidose is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Sidose include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Sidose side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sidose go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Sidose's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sidose related warnings talks about Sidose's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Sidose is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Sidose have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Sidose with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sidose is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Sidose Benefits & Uses
Sidose Dosage & How to Take
Sidose Side Effects
Sidose Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Sidose with Other Drugs
Sidose Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Sidose
Sidose Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Sidose Benefits & Uses

Sidose is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Sidose Dosage & How to Take

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

Sidose Related Warnings

Is the use of Sidose safe for pregnant women?

Sidose should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Sidose safe during breastfeeding?

Sidose has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Sidose on the Kidneys?

Sidose may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sidose on the Liver?

Use of Sidose may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Sidose on the Heart?

Sidose is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Sidose with Other Drugs

Sidose should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Sidose Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sidose unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Sidose

Is this Sidose habit forming or addictive?

Sidose can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Sidose does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Sidose is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Sidose in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Sidose Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sidose

You can take Sidose with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sidose

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Sidose are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Sidose

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Sidose?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Sidose should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Sidose work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Sidose is broad-spectrum anthelmintic. It has a multidimensional mechanism of action. It mainly works by inhibiting the cell division, motility disruption, glycogen depletion, and tubulin. Hence, in this way, it kills the parasite.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Sidose an antibiotic?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Sidose is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Sidose without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Sidose is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sidose cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sidose may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.