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Sycose is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety, Schizophrenia.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sycose. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Sycose include Dizziness, Drowsiness, Tiredness. These side effects of Sycose are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Sycose's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Sycose's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Sycose is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Sycose have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Sycose may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sycose is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Sycose is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Sycose is used -
Common
Is the use of Sycose safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Sycose. If you are pregnant, do not take Sycose without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Sycose safe during breastfeeding?
Sycose may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Sycose on the Kidneys?
Sycose may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sycose on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Sycose. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Sycose on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Sycose. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Sycose should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sycose unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sycose habit forming or addictive?
Sycose is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sycose you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sycose only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Sycose can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sycose
Taking Sycose with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sycose
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sycose as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Sycose may cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. However, the exact cause behind diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Sycose can make you sleepy because it crosses the blood-brain barrier (a membrane that prevents the drugs from entering into the brain). After entering into the brain this drug calms the brain by increasing the activity of inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) that results in drowsiness. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Sycose to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Yes, Sycose causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Sycose contains chlordiazepoxide which works by calming the brain through increasing the activity of an inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) that decreases the abnormal brain activity which provides relief to the patient from anxiety and tension.
No, Sycose should not be discontinued without doctors advice because sudden discontinuation of this drug may cause withdrawal symptoms such as sweating, tremors, and abdominal cramps. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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