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Ticimide is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.
The optimal dosage of Ticimide is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ticimide have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ticimide are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ticimide has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ticimide has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ticimide related warnings section.
Ticimide is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ticimide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ticimide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ticimide is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ticimide 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ticimide safe for pregnant women?
Ticimide has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ticimide without medical advice.
Is the use of Ticimide safe during breastfeeding?
Ticimide has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ticimide on the Kidneys?
Using Ticimide does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Ticimide on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ticimide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ticimide on the Heart?
Using Ticimide does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Ticimide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ticimide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ticimide habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ticimide.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ticimide will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Ticimide should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ticimide for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ticimide
You can take Ticimide with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ticimide
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ticimide as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 768-769
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1066-1067