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Pyricep is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Other than this, Pyricep has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Pyricep 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pyricep as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pyricep are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Pyricep's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Pyricep's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pyricep related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pyricep are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Pyricep may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Pyricep, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Pyricep 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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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 Pyricep safe for pregnant women?
Pyricep has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Pyricep safe during breastfeeding?
Pyricep can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Pyricep on the Kidneys?
Pyricep can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Pyricep on the Liver?
Pyricep may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pyricep on the Heart?
Pyricep may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Pyricep 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 Pyricep unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pyricep habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pyricep.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Pyricep since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pyricep does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pyricep is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pyricep
You can take Pyricep with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pyricep
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Pyricep with alcohol will be.
No, you can not buy Pyricep over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Pyricep is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can use Pyricep to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Yes, Pyricep can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Rarely Pyricep can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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