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Diarol Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Diarol Capsule 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 Diarol Capsule. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Diarol Capsule include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. While these are the most often observed Diarol Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Diarol Capsule normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Diarol Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Diarol Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Diarol Capsule related warnings section.
Diarol Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Diarol Capsule in conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Diarol Capsule contraindications section.
Additionally, Diarol Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Diarol Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Diarol Capsule 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
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Is the use of Diarol Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Diarol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Diarol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Diarol Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Diarol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Diarol Capsule on the Kidneys?
Diarol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Diarol Capsule on the Liver?
Side effects of Diarol on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Diarol Capsule on the Heart?
Diarol is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diarol Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Diarol Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Diarol Capsule.
Interaction between Food and Diarol Capsule
Taking Diarol Capsule with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diarol Capsule
Information about the interaction of Diarol Capsule and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Diarol acts on the DNA structure of bacterial and protozoan cells and disrupts its helical structure resulting in the death of bacteria and protozoa. Infections caused due to pathogens are eradicated completely when taken in prescribed dosage and duration.
No, Diarol is not used directly to treat diarrhea. However, it is used to treat the symptoms of giardiasis (intestinal infection) such as dehydration from diarrhea.
Yes, Diarol is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections.
Take Diarol as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
No, Diarol is not effective in candida (fungal infections) because it is an anti-amoebic and antiprotozoal drug, it is only effective for bacterial and protozoal infections.
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