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Vicks Action is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Lozenges. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Vicks Action also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Vicks Action is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vicks Action as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vicks Action are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Vicks Action's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Vicks Action's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Vicks Action since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vicks Action are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Vicks Action 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 Vicks Action is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Vicks Action 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 Vicks Action safe for pregnant women?
Vicks Action may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Vicks Action, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Vicks Action safe during breastfeeding?
Vicks Action may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vicks Action on the Kidneys?
Using Vicks Action does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Vicks Action on the Liver?
Vicks Action does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Vicks Action on the Heart?
Vicks Action may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Vicks Action should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vicks Action unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vicks Action habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Vicks Action.
Interaction between Food and Vicks Action
Taking Vicks Action with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vicks Action
Consumption of alcohol and Vicks Action together may have severe effects on your health.
Vicks Action is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.
Vicks Action is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.
Yes, you can take Vicks Action with tramadol. The combination of Vicks Action and tramadol are prescribed by doctors to relieve from severe to moderate pain. However, do not take it on your own.
Yes, Vicks Action can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.
If you are allergic to Vicks Action then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
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