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Sedoz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Sedoz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Sedoz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Sedoz are Headache, Hiccup, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sedoz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Sedoz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Sedoz's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Sedoz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sedoz related warnings section.
Sedoz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dementia, Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Sedoz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Sedoz have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sedoz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Sedoz 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Sedoz safe for pregnant women?
Sedoz shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Sedoz safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Sedoz on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Sedoz on the Kidneys?
Sedoz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sedoz on the Liver?
Sedoz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Sedoz on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Sedoz on the heart have been reported.
Sedoz 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 Sedoz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sedoz habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Sedoz. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sedoz can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but do not take too much of Sedoz. Consume it as per your doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Sedoz can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sedoz
Sedoz may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sedoz
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sedoz as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Sedoz and diazepam together only on your doctor's advice because taking this drug along with diazepam increases the risk of side effects such as confusion, drowsiness (sedation), difficulty in concentrating and dizziness.
No, Sedoz does not cause diarrhoea. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
No Sedoz alone does not help with pain but it is given along with pain-killer drugs such as fetanyl to help with pain during the medical procedure. Sedoz induces conscious sedation which allows the patient to undergo a medical procedure by inducing decreased levels of consciousness that does not require intubation.
Sedoz must be taken under the medical supervision only. Precautions must be taken in patients with respiratory disorders, and improper kidney or liver function.
No, Sedoz does not cause urinary retention. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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