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Zac 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zac 10 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Zac 10 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Uncoordinated Body Movements. Some other side effects of Zac 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Zac 10 Tablet 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, Zac 10 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zac 10 Tablet related warnings talks about Zac 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zac 10 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Abuse are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Zac 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Zac 10 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Zac 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zac 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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 Zac 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Zac may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zac again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zac 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zac has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zac 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Zac does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Zac 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Zac has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zac 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Zac does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zac 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zac 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Zac 10 Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zac 10 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zac 10 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but avoid taking more than the amount of Zac 10 Tablet prescribed by your doctor.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Zac 10 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zac 10 Tablet
It is safe to take Zac 10 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zac 10 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Zac 10 Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Zac may cause depression. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing depression after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Zac works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing which helps in controlling the symptoms of anxiety, schizophrenia, and seizure.
Yes, Zac may cause weight gain but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug which is thought to be related to dose and duration of exposure to this drug.
Yes, Zac stop the seizure. It stops the seizure by slowing down the abnormal activity of the brain. Zac can decrease the frequency of seizure episodes in people but it does not completely control them.
No, Zac is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. This is for your own good as it is a habit-forming drug and can lead to very unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Onfi® (clobazam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 418