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Cadotril is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Sachet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diarrhoea.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cadotril. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Cadotril also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Fever. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cadotril can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cadotril are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Cadotril's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cadotril related warnings talks about Cadotril's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cadotril can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cadotril in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease.
Additionally, Cadotril may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cadotril is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cadotril is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Is the use of Cadotril safe for pregnant women?
Cadotril should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Cadotril safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cadotril. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Cadotril on the Kidneys?
Cadotril has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cadotril on the Liver?
Side effects of Cadotril rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cadotril on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cadotril for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cadotril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cadotril habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cadotril has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cadotril can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cadotril only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cadotril in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cadotril
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cadotril together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cadotril
Information about the interaction of Cadotril and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 685-686