Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Dolomed is available in the form of a tablet, chewable tablet, suspension and drops, and syrup. Prescription Dolomed is taken every 4 to 6 hours for arthritis and pain. Adults and children older than 12 years may take non-prescription Dolomed every 4 to 6 hours. Children and infants may be given Dolomed every 6 to 8 hours. It is important to take Dolomed with food or milk so as to prevent stomach upset. If you are taking Dolomed every day, remember to take it at the same time. Dolomed is also available in combination with other drugs for treating cold and cough. If you have prescribed a combination containing Dolomed, do not take any non-prescription drug containing Dolomed as it might cause overdosage. Shake the drops and suspensions well before use. 

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Painkillers like Dolomed should not be used if there is decreased kidney function as they may reduce the supply of blood to the kidneys. Also, long-term use can also impair the normal kidneys. Therefore, it is important that you talk to your doctor in case you have reduced kidney function. You should use Dolomed exactly as prescribed by your doctor. 

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dolomed can cause bleeding problems, ulcers, and perforation in stomach and intestine. These complications might develop during any phase of the treatment without warning symptoms. The risk may be aggravated for people who consume NSAIDs for a long period of time, who are elderly, who have poor health and who drink alcohol while taking Dolomed. It is important that you talk to your doctor if you ever had ulcers or any kind of bleeding disorders. Talk to your doctor immediately if you start developing symptoms like vomiting with blood, bloody stools, heartburn, and stomach pain

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dolomed is safe to be used in children. It is the only drug which is approved to be used in children over 3 months of age. It has a good tolerability profile in children because of which it is used for the management of inflammation, mild pains, and fever in them. The pediatrician will direct you the correct dose and way to give it to your child.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Dolomed 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 Dolomed. Do not use it for long-term until and unless recommended.