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Lanol Information

Lanol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet,Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Lanol have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lanol. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Lanol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lanol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Lanol has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lanol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lanol related warnings section.

Lanol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lanol contraindications section.

Additionally, Lanol may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lanol is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Lanol Benefits & Uses
Lanol Dosage & How to Take
Lanol Side Effects
Lanol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lanol with Other Drugs
Lanol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lanol
Lanol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lanol Benefits & Uses

Lanol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Other Benefits

Lanol Dosage & How to Take

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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lanol Related Warnings

Is the use of Lanol safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Lanol in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lanol safe during breastfeeding?

Lanol does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Lanol on the Kidneys?

Lanol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lanol on the Liver?

Lanol can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lanol on the Heart?

Lanol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lanol with Other Drugs

Lanol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Lanol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lanol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Lanol

Is this Lanol habit forming or addictive?

Lanol does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lanol as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lanol should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lanol for mental disorders.

No

Lanol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lanol

There is no information on the effects of taking Lanol with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lanol

Consumption of alcohol and Lanol together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lanol

Question about 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Lanol in pregnancy?

Lanol is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lanol with aspirin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Lanol with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. But you're recommended to consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lanol with multivitamins?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lanol can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 4 years ago

What precautions should be taken while taking Lanol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Lanol is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Lanol in migraine?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Lanol in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Lanol. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.