Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet

Discover how Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet, formulated by Ridhima Biocare with Alprazolam (0.25mg) + Propranolol (20mg), can assist with Anxiety disorder. This page provides a comprehensive overview of this medication, including its primary applications and further detailed information to support your understanding. Feel free to add it to your favorites or compare it with other available options.

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Salt Combination: Alprazolam (0.25mg) + Propranolol (20mg)
Brand: Ridhima Biocare
Uses: Anxiety disorder

Description

Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety
It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells
It also blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels
This reduces heart rate and blood pressure
Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach
However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body
Take Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as it has high habit-forming potential
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember
Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as this may reduce its effectiveness.
Some common side effects of this medicine include confusion, memory impairment, slow heart rate, tiredness, and nightmare
It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness
So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
The drug has the ability to hide the symptoms of diabetes, hence monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine
Let your doctor know if you experience increased swelling around your legs or ankles, sudden weight gain or sudden shortness of breath while on the treatment.
Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	NEURO CNS
Habit Forming:	Yes
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses of Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet

In Anxiety disorder Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet stops your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry
It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety Disorder
It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive
Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well
Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Citcodec Fort 0.25mg/20mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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