Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml

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Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml comprises components that help with the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and its symptoms that can include memory loss, difficulty handling daily activities, and trouble processing thoughts.  Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml belongs to a group of NMDA receptor antagonists which help alleviate the abnormal activities in the brain. Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml can also be prescribed to patients that suffer from dementia.

Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml does not work in completely aiding or curing the disease, however it, controls and limits the effects by also blocking the influence of certain chemicals in the brain such as glutamate. The medicine intake should only be done on the prescription of a medical expert. The dosage consumed is commonly 2-5mg/ml a day and can vary regarding the patient’s condition and reaction towards the medicine. The medicine can be consumed with or without food, preferably at the same time daily.

The side effects of the medicine can vary perform son to person depending on their reaction towards medicine. Common side effects include headaches, dizziness, diarrhea, mood swings, nausea, cough, and pain in specific parts of the body. The rare side effects include hallucinations, seizures, shortness of breath. If any of the serious side effects are experienced a doctor must be consulted right away.

Indications

{{Product}} can be used to treat:

•     Alzheimer’s disease
•     Dementia
•     Memory loss
•     Trouble thinking
•     Trouble learning, communicating

How Does {{Product}} Work

{{Product}} consists of NMDA receptor antagonists that help in blocking the influence of glutamate on the brain, a chemical that triggers dementia inside the brain and disrupts the ability of the brain to carry its function prop out early. The {{Product}} alleviates the disability of the brain, however, it does not cure it but controls it for some time being so the patient’s brain can work normally and carry out daily life activities.

How To Use {{Product}}

Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml is to be consumed orally (by mouth). It can be consumed with or without food. Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml might come with a syringe to help carry down the liquid easily through the throat. The syringe is to be kept at the corner of the mouth and used gently as instructed by the doctor. After usage, the syringe should be washed and cleaned. Do not use this medicine if you are under the age of 18.

Dosage  

Adult Dosage

Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml dose is prescribed depending on the condition of the patient. Commonly 2.5ml (5mg) is prescribed daily as an initial dose and increased to the maximum daily dose of 10ml (20mg). 10ml (20mg) a day is the maximum amount and is prescribed by the consultant in severe cases.

Elderly Dosage

The elderly are initially prescribed a smaller dosage and then increased so the body can adjust to it and the patient doesn’t have to experience side effects. A 1-2.5ml (2-5mg) oral solution might be prescribed once a day and can be increased to 2.5ml (5mg) syrup twice a day if observed necessary by the medical expert.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

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It has been unknown if the Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml passes down into breast milk or not. A doctor must be consulted before consuming this medicine while nursing. The nursing mother might be given a choice to either discontinue nursing or pause the consumption of medicine.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml:

•     Renal impairment
•     Kidney problem
•     Allergy to {{Product}}

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml:

•     Urinary tract infection
•     Seizures
•     Depression
•     Hepatic impairment
•     Epilepsy
•     Uncontrolled hypertension
•     Uncompensated heart failure
•     History on convulsions

Interactions With Other Medications

Before using this product, please tell your doctor if you are using any of the following medications:

•     acetazolamide
•     aluminum hydroxide
•     amantadine
•     amiodarone
•     calcium carbonate
•     cimetidine
•     digoxin
•     dofetilide
•     procainamide
•     quinidine
•     ranitidine
•     sodium bicarbonate
•     sodium citrate/citric acid
•     sodium lactate
•     tenofovir DF
•     Vandetanib

Adverse Effects

 Common Adverse Effects

Following side effects may not require immediate medical attention until becomes troublesome:

•     dizziness
•     confusion
•     aggression
•     depression
•     headache
•     sleepiness
•     diarrhea
•     constipation
•     nausea
•     vomiting
•     weight gain
•     pain anywhere in your body, especially your back
•     Cough

Rare Effects

•     Hallucinations
•     Seizures
•     Shortness of breath
•     Hepatitis
•     Pancreatitis

How To Cope With Some Adverse Effects

Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe

Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhea -Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water.

Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak -If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

Muscular Aches And Pains- A hot or cold compress can be placed at the area of discomfort to bring relief; an over-the-counter pain reliever such as paracetamol or ibuprofen can be ingested to bring ease as well. Avoid high-intensity exercise while suffering from muscular pain.

Constipation- Can be combated by adding more fibers to the patient’s diet asking the patient to drink plenty of fluid, and increasing their physical activity to trigger contractions in the intestines.

FAQs

Q1. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml?

An extra dose or two of Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml is not known to cause any harm but excess consumption of Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml is a cause for concern and should be avoided and immediately reported to the doctor as it may lead to serious side effects such as fainting, breathlessness, and irregular heartbeats.

Q2. WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

Q3. WILL Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido

Q4. Can I Take Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml During My Pregnancy?

Yes, Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml has not shown any significant evidence of being of harm to pregnant women or the fetus. However, caution is advised and the intake should only be done under the care and supervision of a medical expert.

Q5. WILL Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

Q6. DOES Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml CAUSE ADDICTION?

No. This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.

Q7. WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml?

It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day, an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml at the proper time and at least an hour before having any meal. If the patient misses a dose of Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml, they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then it’s beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the syrup as per schedule, doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.

Q8.IS Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml SAFE TO GIVE TO Elderly Patients?

Yes. This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age. For elderly patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function,Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml may not be effectively removed from the body and so, in such cases, the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Zexa 10mg/5ml Syrup 120 ml.

Q9. CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

This medication is known to make you dizzy hence if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.

Q10. What Are The Common Side Effects?

Common side effects can include nausea, diarrhea, headache, constipation, and a few more.