Gidilan Information

Gidilan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Premature Labor. Gidilan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Gidilan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gidilan as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gidilan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gidilan has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gidilan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gidilan related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bleeding, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Gidilan since this can cause severe adverse effects.

Drug interactions for Gidilan have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gidilan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Gidilan Benefits & Uses

Gidilan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Premature Labor

Other Benefits

Peripheral Vascular Disease
Raynaud's Phenomenon

Gidilan 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
Adult(Female)	Disease: Premature Labor Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gidilan Related Warnings

Is the use of Gidilan safe for pregnant women?

Gidilan may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gidilan again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Gidilan safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Gidilan on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Gidilan on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Gidilan for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Gidilan on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Gidilan on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Gidilan will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Gidilan on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Gidilan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Gidilan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tizanidine

Moderate

Gidilan Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gidilan

Is this Gidilan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gidilan.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Gidilan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Gidilan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Gidilan is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Gidilan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gidilan

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gidilan, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Gidilan

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gidilan.

Unknown