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Ridezox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Ridezox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ridezox. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Ridezox are Confusion, Nausea or vomiting, Rash. While these are the most often observed Ridezox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ridezox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ridezox is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ridezox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ridezox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Seizures, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ridezox contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ridezox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ridezox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ridezox 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 Ridezox safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ridezox. If you are pregnant, do not take Ridezox without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ridezox safe during breastfeeding?
Ridezox does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ridezox on the Kidneys?
Ridezox may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ridezox on the Liver?
Ridezox may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ridezox on the Heart?
Ridezox may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Ridezox 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 Ridezox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ridezox habit forming or addictive?
Ridezox is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ridezox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Ridezox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ridezox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ridezox
It is safe to take Ridezox with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ridezox
Taking Ridezox with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Ridezox may cause sweating but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of sweating is unknown but it is presumed that sweating occurs due to stimulation of sweat glands which causes excess sweating.
The duration of treatment might vary depending upon the patient's medical condition. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor because it is a habit-forming drug.
Rarely, Ridezox causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself well hydrated with juices, shakes and plenty of water.
Yes, Ridezox is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as drowsiness (sleepiness), nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes Ridezox can be taken with prednisone. Prednisone does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Ridezox. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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