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Tricet Information

Tricet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Tricet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tricet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tricet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tricet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Tricet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tricet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tricet contraindications section.

Besides this, Tricet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Tricet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Tricet Benefits & Uses

Tricet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Hives
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Runny Nose (Read More - How to Clear Nasal Congestion)
Itching (Read More - Home Remedies for Skin Itching: Simple Ways to Get Instant Relief)
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Tricet 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
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tricet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tricet is used -

Moderate

Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Blurred vision
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Drowsiness
Headache
Fatigue
Dry Mouth
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Cough
Vertigo
Rash

Tricet Related Warnings

Is the use of Tricet safe for pregnant women?

Tricet is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Tricet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Tricet as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Tricet on the Kidneys?

Tricet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tricet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Tricet on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Tricet on the Heart?

Tricet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tricet with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Pentazocine

Aripiprazole

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

Tricet Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tricet

Is this Tricet habit forming or addictive?

Tricet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Tricet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tricet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Tricet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tricet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tricet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tricet

Taking Tricet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tricet

Consuming Tricet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tricet

Question about 6 years ago

How does Tricet work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Tricet works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tricet cause drowsiness?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Although, Tricet is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted side- effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Tricet cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Tricet does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

When to take Tricet?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Absorption of Tricet is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Tricet a pain-killer?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Tricet is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.