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Succidox is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Succidox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Succidox 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
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Is the use of Succidox safe for pregnant women?
Succidox has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Succidox safe during breastfeeding?
Succidox may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Succidox, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Succidox.
What is the effect of Succidox on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Succidox. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Succidox on the Liver?
Succidox can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Succidox on the Heart?
Succidox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Succidox 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 Succidox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Succidox habit forming or addictive?
Succidox is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Succidox as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Succidox does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Succidox in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Succidox
Taking Succidox with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Succidox
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Succidox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, you can use Succidox to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Yes, Succidox is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Succidox is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Succidox should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Occasionally, Succidox can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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