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Dactive Information

Dactive is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Insomnia.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dactive. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Dactive side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Dactive are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dactive is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Dactive's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dactive related warnings section.

Dactive can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dactive in conditions like Depression, Angioedema. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dactive contraindications section.

Additionally, Dactive may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dactive is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Dactive Benefits & Uses

Dactive is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Dactive 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(Male)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given at bedtime
Adult(Female)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given at bedtime
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given at bedtime

Dactive Side Effects

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

Moderate

Memory problems
Hallucinations
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Mild

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Headache
Agitation
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Dry Mouth
Drowsiness
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Fatigue
Low energy

Dactive Related Warnings

Is the use of Dactive safe for pregnant women?

Dactive can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Dactive right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Dactive safe during breastfeeding?

Dactive can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dactive on the Kidneys?

Dactive is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dactive on the Liver?

Dactive has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Dactive on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Dactive for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Dactive with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Chloramphenicol

Codeine

Tramadol

Moderate

Dextromethorphan

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenytoin

Dactive Contraindications

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

Depression
Angioedema
Suicidal Tendency
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

Frequently asked Questions about Dactive

Is this Dactive habit forming or addictive?

Dactive can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dactive. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Dactive only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Dactive can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Dactive Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dactive

It is safe to take Dactive with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dactive

Consumption of alcohol and Dactive together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Dactive

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dactive raise blood sugar?

Dr. , General Physician

Rarely, Dactive can raise blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. However, the cause behind this is unknown. You are advised to monitor your blood sugar levels from time to time if you are already suffering from diabetes and if you notice any change in your blood sugar levels then discuss it with your doctor, he might change the doses of your diabetes medications.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Dactive without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Dactive is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dactive cause weight loss?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

No, Dactive does not cause weight changes (weight gain or loss). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight changes then it might be due to some medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Dactive?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Dactive is given for the short-term management of insomnia. You are advised take it as per your doctor's advice. Do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dactive cause hair loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Dactive does not cause hair loss (alopecia). Scientific research suggests that there is no direct association between the use of Dactive and hair loss. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug then the possibility of other factors which may be causing hair loss.

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Dactive Benefits & Uses

Dactive Dosage & How to Take

Dactive Side Effects

Dactive Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Dactive with Other Drugs

Dactive Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Dactive

Dactive Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Dactive

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dactive raise blood sugar?

Dr. , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Dactive without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dactive cause weight loss?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Dactive?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dactive cause hair loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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