Benzydol Information

Benzydol is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, Parkinson's Disease. Benzydol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Benzydol. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Benzydol have been listed ahead. These side effects of Benzydol 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 Benzydol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Benzydol related warnings talks about Benzydol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Benzydol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Benzydol in conditions like Depression, Arrhythmia, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate). Other contraindications of Benzydol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Benzydol with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Benzydol is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Benzydol Benefits & Uses

Benzydol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Benzydol 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

Benzydol Related Warnings

Is the use of Benzydol safe for pregnant women?

Benzydol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Benzydol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Benzydol safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Benzydol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Benzydol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Benzydol on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Benzydol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Benzydol on the Liver?

Benzydol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Benzydol on the Heart?

Benzydol is not harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Benzydol with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Promethazine

Tramadol

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Propranolol

Timolol

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Codeine

Phenylephrine

Pseudoephedrine

Benzydol Contraindications

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

Depression
Arrhythmia
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Tardive Dyskinesia
Parkinson's Disease
Dementia
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Benzydol

Is this Benzydol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Benzydol is addictive.

Benzydol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Benzydol

You can take Benzydol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzydol

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