Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of Carcet Tablet
Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat filariasis. It fights against the worms to relieve the discomfort caused due to the infestation.
Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of antiprotozoal agents and second generation H1 antihistaminics.
Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of antiprotozoal agents and second generation H1 antihistaminics.
Uses of Carcet Tablet
Benefits of Carcet Tablet
In Filariasis
Filariasis is a disease caused by parasites that infect the human body through the opening created by mosquito bites. It causes abnormal enlargement of body parts (especially lower part of the body), pain and difficulty in carrying out daily life activities. Along with this, the associated social stigma and discrimination hampers the social lives of peple who suffer from filariasis. Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet helps treat filariasis as well as prevents the further spread of the infection. This helps improve your social life and makes you gain back your confidence too. Keep taking it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.
Side effects of Carcet Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Carcet
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Allergic reaction
How to use Carcet Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Carcet Tablet
- Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Carcet 150mg/5mg Tablet.
- Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
- Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
- Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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