Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Stomach upset, Stomach pain, Loss of appetite, Dizziness, Headache, Rash, Urticaria, Allergic reaction, Sleepiness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping).

Common Sleepiness, Blurred vision, Constipation, Weight gain, Dryness in mouth, Difficulty in urination, Increased heart rate, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing).

Expert advice for Imipramine
The main dose should be taken at night as this drug may produce drowsiness or sleepiness. It can take 4 to 6 weeks for Imipramine to start working. You should continue the treatment for at least 6 months after you feel better to stop depression from coming back. If your doctor asks you to stop Imipramine, you should reduce the dose slowly over 4 weeks. You should not discontinue it abruptly. Avoid driving or operating machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Imipramine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness. The addiction/dependence potential of Imipramine is very less. It may be extremely dangerous in overdose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Imipramine a monoamine oxidase inhibitor/ anticholinergic/ tricyclic antidepressant/benzodiazepine?
Imipramine belongs to a class of medication called tricyclic antidepressants. It is not a monoamine oxidase inhibitor/ anticholinergic/ benzodiazepine

Q. Is Imipramine addictive?
No, Imipramine is not addictive

Q. Is Imipramine sedative?
It had sedative effect, due to its antihistaminergic effect

Q. Is Imipramine good for anxiety?
Yes, Imipramine may be used for the treatment of anxiety (panic disorder).

Side Effects:

Common Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Cataract, Increased glucose level in blood.

Common Dryness in mouth, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Blurred vision.

Expert advice for Betacort Tablet

Take betamethasone tablet by mouth with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. 
Do not take betamethasone tablets If you are allergic to betamethasone or any of the other ingredients of the tablet.
Do not take betamethasone tablets If you have an infection and have not yet started taking medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.
Do not use betamethasone cream if you are allergic to betamethasone or any of the other ingredients in this medicine.
Do not use the cream on your face repetitively for more than 5 days.
Do not use a large amount of cream continuously on large areas of the body since it can affect your hormones.
Excessive usage of cream in children might affect their growth and development.
Don’t apply the cream near your eyes.
Don’t swallow the cream, it is not meant for internal use.
Don’t use the cream under plaster or bandage.

Expert advice for Trihexyphenidyl
It may be taken before or after meals. If Trihexyphenidyl causes your mouth to dry excessively, it may be better to take it before meals, unless it causes nausea. If taken after meals, thirst can be improved by sucking hard sugarless candy, chewing gum, or drinking water. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines to treat glaucoma. Trihexyphenidyl can cause blurred vision or dizziness. Do not drive and or operate machinery if you get blurred vision or dizziness. Inform your doctor if you have trouble in passing urine. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Betacort a steroid?
Betacort is a glucocorticoid and belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. These are synthesized naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Two main classes of corticosteroids, glucocorticoids, and mineralocorticoids are involved in a wide range of physiologic processes, including stress response, immune response, and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior.

Q. Is Betacort safe to use?
Betacort is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Betacort cause hair loss?
Betacort is not known to cause hair loss. Rather, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) on long-term use. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Betacort.

Q. Is Betacort an antibiotic?
Betacort is not an antibiotic. It's a glucocorticoid.

Q. Does Betacort work in retention edema?
Betacort is not used in retention edema. Glucocorticoids can cause fluid and salt retention as a side effect thereby causing edema or aggravating edema. However, Betacort does not normally cause retention of salt and water and the risk of inducing edema and hypertension is almost negligible.

Q. Is Betacort stronger than hydrocortisone?
Betacort and hydrocortisone belong to the same class of medications (i.e. corticosteroids) and produce almost similar pharmacological responses. The effect may vary based on the conditions and individual response. Always follow doctor’s advice regarding its use.

Q. Can I take Betacort with ibuprofen?
An increase in the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may occur if non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) like ibuprofen are taken with corticosteroids. Talk to your doctor before taking Betacort with any NSAID.

Q. Does Betacort expire?
Yes, Betacort does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.

Q. Does Betacort cause insomnia?
Betacort can cause insomnia (inability to sleep). Most people find that using this medicine for a short time causes no problems. Talk to your doctor if you experience insomnia while taking Betacort.

Q. Does Betacort cause weight gain?
Betacort can cause weight gain especially when high doses taken for a long time or repeated short courses are taken. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Betacort.

Q. Is Betacort a hydrocortisone?
Betacort is not a hydrocortisone. These are two different drugs which belong to the same group of medicines called steroids (also known as corticosteroids).

Q. Is Betacort over the counter?
Betacort is not an over the counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.

Q. What is Trihexyphenidyl used for?
Trihexyphenidyl is used in the management of Parkinson's disease as an add-on medicine along with other medicines. It helps by improving muscle control and reducing the stiffness of the muscle so that they can move naturally. Trihexyphenidyl can also be used to treat movement disorders (extreme restlessness, involuntary movements or muscle spasms) which can be caused by certain drugs.

Q. How does Trihexyphenidyl work?
Trihexyphenidyl works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger known as acetylcholine on the nerves of the smooth muscles; thereby, reducing the muscle spasm (involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles), tremor (uncontrolled shaking) and excessive salivation associated with Parkinson's disease.

Q. Is Trihexyphenidyl a narcotic substance?
No, Trihexyphenidyl is not a narcotic substance. Trihexyphenidyl is an antispasmodic(muscle relaxing) medicine and belongs to a group of medicines known as anticholinergics.

Q. Is Trihexyphenidyl safe?
Trihexyphenidyl is a safe medicine if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. What is Trihexyphenidyl?
Trihexyphenidyl is an antispasmodic (muscle relaxing) drug and belongs to a group of drugs known as 'anticholinergics'.

Q. Does Trihexyphenidyl get you high?
Trihexyphenidyl has been reported to get you a high. Please use this drug only for prescribed duration in doses as recommended by your doctor.

Q. Does Trihexyphenidyl cause weight gain?
Trihexyphenidyl has not been seen to cause weight gain. However, weight loss has been reported with Trihexyphenidyl in children. Please consult your doctor in case you experience an unexpected change in your weight while you are taking Trihexyphenidyl.

Side Effects:

Common Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Parkinsonism, Weight gain, Akathisia, Dystonia, Constipation.

Expert advice for Trifluoperazine

Inform your doctor before taking trifluoperazine if you or anyone from your family is suffering from any heart/blood-vessel disease or have a history of problems with blood clotting, or if you suffer from Parkinson’s disease (nervous system disorder characterized by tremors, rigidity and difficulty in movements), epilepsy (fits), glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye), Myasthenia gravis (abnormal weakness of muscles), loss of cognitive or memory function or changes in body temperature.
Take precautions while using trifluoperazine if you are at risk for getting a stroke (paralysis) because of heart disease, diabetes, high blood cholesterol.
Do not drive vehicle or operate heavy machinery while taking this drug as it may make you feel dizzy.
Do not consume alcohol while taking trifluoperazine as it may worsen the side effects.
Consult your doctor before taking trifluoperazine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.