Diarol Sachet is a prescription drug, available for use as Sachet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Secondary and off-label uses of Diarol Sachet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Diarol Sachet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Diarol Sachet include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Some other side effects of Diarol Sachet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Diarol Sachet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Diarol Sachet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Diarol Sachet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Diarol Sachet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Diarol Sachet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Diarol Sachet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Diarol Sachet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Diarol Sachet 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.
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Is the use of Diarol Sachet 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 Sachet 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 Sachet on the Kidneys?
Diarol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Diarol Sachet 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 Sachet 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 Sachet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Diarol Sachet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Diarol Sachet.
Interaction between Food and Diarol Sachet
Taking Diarol Sachet with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diarol Sachet
Information about the interaction of Diarol Sachet 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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