Andial

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Andial Information

Andial is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Liquid. It is typically used for the treatment of Diarrhoea. The alternative uses of Andial have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Andial. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Andial have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Andial are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Andial is Mild for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Andial related warnings talks about Andial's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Andial can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Andial in conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Andial contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Andial have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Andial is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Andial Benefits & Uses

Andial is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Andial 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
Adult
  • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: 4 mg orally after the first loose stool, then 2 mg orally after each unformed stool


Andial Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Andial is used -

Moderate

Mild

Andial Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Andial safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Andial.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Andial safe during breastfeeding?


    Andial should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Andial on the Kidneys?


    Andial rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Andial on the Liver?


    Andial is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Andial on the Heart?


    Andial is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Andial with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

CodeineParacetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan


    Andial Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Andial

    • Is this Andial habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Andial.

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


      After taking Andial, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Andial can make you drowsy.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Andial should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


      No, Andial cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Andial Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Andial


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

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Andial


      Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Andial.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Andial

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Is Andial a steroid?

    Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

    No, Andial is not a steroid. It contains loperamide which belongs to the class of drug known as an antidiarrheal agent.

    Question over 4 years ago

    Can I take Andial with paracetamol?

    Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

    Yes, Andial can be taken with paracetamol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking Andial along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can Andial be given to infant.

    Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

    No, Andial is not given to the infant. It is not approved the drug for treating acute diarrhea under the 12 years of age (infant and children)

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Is Andial safe to use?

    Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Andial is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache and fatigue. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

    Question about 5 years ago

    Can I discontinue Andial on my own without doctors advice?

    Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

    No, Andial should not be discontinued without doctors advice if it has been prescribed by your doctor. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Imodium® (loperamide hydrochloride)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 686-687

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 45-46

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