Some common drugs and their effects on Central Nervous System are as follows. In this articleAnalgesics and antipyretic (opiated)Analgesics and antipyretic (non-narcotic)Anti-psychoticsHypnotics and sedativesAnalgesics and antipyretic (opiated) Product: Morphine For Children: Contra-indicated in children below 12 years For Pregnant Women: Contra-indicated. Depresses neo-natal respiration For Breastfeeding Mothers: Use if clearly indicated Contra-indications*: In hepatic and renal dysfunction Caution: Hyper-thyroidism Product: Codeine For Children: Should be avoided for below 1 year For Pregnant Women: Caution - may adversely affect the babys breathing if taken during labour For Breastfeeding Mothers: To be used with caution Contra-indications*: In hepatic and renal dysfunction Caution: Being a narcotic, it can be habit-forming Analgesics and antipyretic (non-narcotic) Product: Aspirin For Children: Safety not established For Pregnant Women: Safety not clearly established For Breastfeeding Mothers: Use only if clearly indicated Contra-indications*: In cases of ulcer Caution: Can cause irritation to the gastro-intestinal (GI) system Product: Paracetamol For Children: Under 3 months extreme caution For Pregnant Women: No evidence of risk with occasional use For Breastfeeding Mothers: No evidence of risk Contra-indications*: In hepatic and renal dysfunction Caution: ------------ Anti-psychotics Product: Chlorpromazine For Children: Should not be used below six months For Pregnant Women: Contra-indicated For Breastfeeding Mothers: Not recommended Contra-indications*: In chronic respiratory disease Caution: Avoid skin drug contact Hypnotics and sedatives Product: Diazepam For Children: Safe For Pregnant Women: Contra-indicated For Breastfeeding Mothers: Safety not established Contra-indications*: Respiratory depression Caution: Can cause psychological/physical dependence *Not to be used in the conditions stated, because it could cause complications
Some common drugs and their effects on Central Nervous System are as follows.
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