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Trikodep Forte is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression.
The correct dosage of Trikodep Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Trikodep Forte as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Trikodep Forte 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, Trikodep Forte's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Trikodep Forte related warnings talks about Trikodep Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Trikodep Forte contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Trikodep Forte may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Trikodep Forte, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Trikodep Forte 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.
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Is the use of Trikodep Forte safe for pregnant women?
Trikodep Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Trikodep Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Trikodep Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Trikodep Forte may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Trikodep Forte should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Trikodep Forte on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Trikodep Forte. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Trikodep Forte on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Trikodep Forte. 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 Trikodep Forte on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Trikodep Forte on heart. So it is not known whether taking Trikodep Forte will cause side effects on heart or not.
Trikodep Forte 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 Trikodep Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Trikodep Forte habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Trikodep Forte can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Trikodep Forte can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Trikodep Forte only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Trikodep Forte can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Trikodep Forte
Taking Trikodep Forte with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Trikodep Forte
Taking alcohol with Trikodep Forte can be dangerous.
No, Trikodep Forte Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Trikodep Forte is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses such as drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation and changes in libido. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, use of Trikodep Forte for short-term can help in providing relief from anxiety through relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain.
Trikodep Forte works by suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through the increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. This calms the brain and provides relief to the patient.
Yes, Trikodep Forte causes depression of the central nervous system and calms the brain.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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