food interaction for Pedicalm Oral Solution

alcohol interaction for Pedicalm Oral Solution

pregnancy interaction for Pedicalm Oral Solution

lactation interaction for Pedicalm Oral Solution

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Pedicalm Oral Solution may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pedicalm Oral Solution. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Information regarding the use of Pedicalm Oral Solution during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pedicalm Oral Solution should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Pedicalm NA Oral Solution

Triclofos(NA)

Pedicalm oral solution uses

{med_name} is used for insomnia and sedative.

How pedicalm oral solution works

Pedicalm Oral Solution is a hypnotic. It is converted in the body into an active compound that works in the brain to induce sleepiness. It decreases the time taken to fall asleep and increases sleep duration.

Common side effects of pedicalm oral solution

Nausea, Vomiting, Drowsiness, Impaired coordination

SUBSTITUTES FOR Pedicalm Oral Solution

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Pedicalm Oral Solution

  • Give Triclofos to your child only before going to bed at night. If you forget to give it at bedtime, do not give it at any other time or your child will end up feeling drowsy, dizzy, and confused during the day.
  • Triclofos nay causes drowsiness as a side effect. Make sure your child does not perform any brainstorming activities soon after the intake of this medication.
  • Inform your doctor if your child experiences stomach upset, vomiting, or abdominal pain while taking this medication.
  • Let your child’s doctor know if your child is having any heart problems as Triclofos can worsen the condition further.
  • Never self-medicate your child as it can be dangerous to use Triclofos without a doctor's prescription.
  • Follow these self-care measures:
    Ask your child to relax before bedtime.
    1. Maintain a log of your child’s sleep hours.
    2. Make sure your child eats right at the right time. Avoid heavy meals close to bedtime.
    3. Check noise and light in your child’s bedroom. Keep all the screens (TV) and gadgets (mobile and others) away from your child before bedtime.
    4. Encourage your child to get as much natural light as possible during the day, especially in the morning. Bright light suppresses melatonin which helps your child feel awake and alert during the day and sleepy towards bedtime.
  • Give Triclofos to your child only before going to bed at night. If you forget to give it at bedtime, do not give it at any other time or your child will end up feeling drowsy, dizzy, and confused during the day.
  • Triclofos nay causes drowsiness as a side effect. Make sure your child does not perform any brainstorming activities soon after the intake of this medication.
  • Inform your doctor if your child experiences stomach upset, vomiting, or abdominal pain while taking this medication.
  • Let your child’s doctor know if your child is having any heart problems as Triclofos can worsen the condition further.
  • Never self-medicate your child as it can be dangerous to use Triclofos without a doctor's prescription.
  • Follow these self-care measures:
    1. Ask your child to relax before bedtime.
    2. Maintain a log of your child’s sleep hours.
    3. Make sure your child eats right at the right time. Avoid heavy meals close to bedtime.
    4. Check noise and light in your child’s bedroom. Keep all the screens (TV) and gadgets (mobile and others) away from your child before bedtime.
    5. Encourage your child to get as much natural light as possible during the day, especially in the morning. Bright light suppresses melatonin which helps your child feel awake and alert during the day and sleepy towards bedtime.

Frequently asked questions FOR Pedicalm NA Oral Solution

Triclofos

Q. My 1.5-year-old baby is cranky all the time and sleeps for not more than an hour. Can I give him Pedicalm Oral Solution?
Never give Pedicalm Oral Solution to your child without consulting a doctor. Pedicalm Oral Solution belongs to a class of hypnotic drugs. Doctors do not prescribe these under normal circumstances as such sleep difficulties usually resolve with time. Hence, it is important to consult your child’s doctor so that the risk of unwanted dosing can be eliminated.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Pedicalm Oral Solution?
The serious adverse reactions of Pedicalm Oral Solution include cardiopulmonary arrest, allergic reactions, seizures, and medicine dependence. In case you wish to discontinue giving Pedicalm Oral Solution to your child, consult the doctor as careful dose reduction is required otherwise there is a risk of withdrawal symptoms.
Q. What if my child takes too much of Pedicalm Oral Solution?
Overdose of Pedicalm Oral Solution can cause respiratory arrest, decreased heart rate, and blood pressure. It is advised to monitor respiration, pulse, blood pressure, blood oxygen saturation, and take appropriate measures to ensure proper breathing. Consult your child’s doctor right away in such a case.
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Q. How long will my child take to fall asleep after taking Pedicalm Oral Solution?
Pedicalm Oral Solution is slowly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and starts showing its effect within 30-60 minutes of intake. It is advised to give Pedicalm Oral Solution 1 hour before your child retires to bed.
Q. In which conditions should I avoid giving Pedicalm Oral Solution to my child?
Avoid giving Pedicalm Oral Solution if your child exhibits allergic reactions, shows symptoms of porphyria, has liver or kidney problems, weakness, or has any serious heart disease.
Q. Where should I store Pedicalm Oral Solution at home?
Always follow the instructions mentioned on the label of the medicine bottle about the storage of Pedicalm Oral Solution. Ideally, you should keep Pedicalm Oral Solution at room temperature beyond the reach of the small children and pets. Do not freeze the medicine.
Q. My 1.5-year-old baby is cranky all the time and sleeps for not more than an hour. Can I give him Pedicalm Oral Solution?
Never give Pedicalm Oral Solution to your child without consulting a doctor. Pedicalm Oral Solution belongs to a class of hypnotic drugs. Doctors do not prescribe these under normal circumstances as such sleep difficulties usually resolve with time. Hence, it is important to consult your child’s doctor so that the risk of unwanted dosing can be eliminated.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Pedicalm Oral Solution?
The serious adverse reactions of Pedicalm Oral Solution include cardiopulmonary arrest, allergic reactions, seizures, and medicine dependence. In case you wish to discontinue giving Pedicalm Oral Solution to your child, consult the doctor as careful dose reduction is required otherwise there is a risk of withdrawal symptoms.
Q. What if my child takes too much of Pedicalm Oral Solution?
Overdose of Pedicalm Oral Solution can cause respiratory arrest, decreased heart rate, and blood pressure. It is advised to monitor respiration, pulse, blood pressure, blood oxygen saturation, and take appropriate measures to ensure proper breathing. Consult your child’s doctor right away in such a case.
Q. How long will my child take to fall asleep after taking Pedicalm Oral Solution?
Pedicalm Oral Solution is slowly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and starts showing its effect within 30-60 minutes of intake. It is advised to give Pedicalm Oral Solution 1 hour before your child retires to bed.
Q. In which conditions should I avoid giving Pedicalm Oral Solution to my child?
Avoid giving Pedicalm Oral Solution if your child exhibits allergic reactions, shows symptoms of porphyria, has liver or kidney problems, weakness, or has any serious heart disease.
Q. Where should I store Pedicalm Oral Solution at home?
Always follow the instructions mentioned on the label of the medicine bottle about the storage of Pedicalm Oral Solution. Ideally, you should keep Pedicalm Oral Solution at room temperature beyond the reach of the small children and pets. Do not freeze the medicine.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)