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Kividol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Kividol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Kividol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kividol as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Kividol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Kividol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Kividol related warnings talks about Kividol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Kividol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Kividol in conditions like Depression, Arrhythmia, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate). Some other conditions that can be affected by Kividol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Kividol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Kividol, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Kividol 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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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kividol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Kividol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Kividol. It is best to stop taking Kividol immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Kividol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Kividol. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Kividol on the Kidneys?
Using Kividol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Kividol on the Liver?
Kividol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Kividol on the Heart?
Kividol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Kividol 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 Kividol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kividol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Kividol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kividol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kividol can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kividol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Kividol can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kividol
Taking Kividol with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kividol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Kividol as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 633-634
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Haldol® (haloperidol)