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Antidol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Antidol have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Antidol is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The most common side effects of Antidol are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Antidol as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Antidol 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.
Antidol's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Antidol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Antidol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Antidol contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Antidol have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Antidol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Antidol 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Antidol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Antidol. It is best to stop taking Antidol immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Antidol safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Antidol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Antidol on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Antidol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Antidol on the Liver?
Antidol is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Antidol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Antidol on the heart have been reported.
Antidol 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 Antidol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Antidol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Antidol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Antidol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Antidol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Antidol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Antidol
Taking Antidol with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Antidol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Antidol.
Yes, Antidol can cause weight gain. Weight gain is one of the adverse effects of taking it as it causes fluid retention or worsens the existing fluid retention. It is therefore important that if you notice these changes in your body and immediately speak to a doctor in case of an adverse reaction to Antidol. Do not use it for long-term until and unless recommended.
During pain caused due to an injury, the brain releases a chemical known as prostaglandins. This chemical is also often responsible for causing fever, swelling or inflammation. Ibuprofen blocks the synthesis of this chemical and exerts its action.
Antidol is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used for the treatment of tenderness, swelling, stiffness, and pain associated with osteoarthritis in which there is a breakdown of the lining of the joints, and rheumatoid arthritis in which there is swelling of the lining of the joints. It is also used for alleviation of the menstrual pain, before and during the menstrual cycle. It is also used to relieve fever and pain associated with a headache, minor aches, sprains, common cold, toothache, and backache. It also shows the antiplatelet effect which means it prevents the formation of blood clots. Antidol is used for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (a chronic skin disease causing scaling and swelling), gouty arthritis (which develops from the built up of some chemical in the joints) and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis that affects the spine).
Yes, Antidol is suitable for the treatment of a migraine as it leads to pain alleviation. Several studies have also documented the efficacy of Antidol in migraine pain. However, if you don't get a relief from Antidol, please talk to your doctor immediately to prescribe your other options.
Antidol should be taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Longterm use is associated with various adverse effects like stomach upset, kidney damage, heart problems, etc., therefore, stop the usage if you experience any adverse effect.
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