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Acodac is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Bulimia Nervosa. Other than this, Acodac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Acodac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Acodac side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Acodac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acodac is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Acodac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Acodac contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Acodac may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Acodac, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Acodac 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of Acodac safe for pregnant women?
Acodac can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Acodac right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Acodac safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Acodac. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Acodac on the Kidneys?
Acodac rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acodac on the Liver?
Acodac is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Acodac on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Acodac on the heart have been reported.
Acodac 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 Acodac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acodac habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Acodac has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Acodac, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Acodac can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Acodac is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acodac has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acodac
Taking Acodac with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acodac
Consumption of alcohol and Acodac together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, it is safe to take Acodac as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like difficulty in falling or staying asleep, anxiety, nervousness, dry mouth, uncontrolled shaking of a body part, difficulty in concentrating, and memory. If you suffer from any of these side effects, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Acodac can be given with modafinil. This is because people suffering from major depression also struggle with residual symptoms like persistent fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Modafinil helps overcome these residual symptoms and also improves the overall mood of a patient. Modafinil also helps people to improve their functionality at work.
Yes, Acodac may affect one's sex life by decreasing one's libido. However, if you experience sex life is affected after medicine then inform your doctor immediately they might change your medication or altered the dose.
No, it is not recommended that Acodac should be taken at night as it disturbs sleep in the early phase of the treatment. Thus, it is mostly recommended to take it in the morning or noon.
Acodac should be taken as long as it prescribed by your doctor. One must not take less or number of doses as that could cause detrimental effects on the health. One should follow the instructions of the doctor completely.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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