Kividol 5 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Kividol 5 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Kividol 5 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Kividol 5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Kividol 5 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Arrhythmia, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) must refrain from the use of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Kividol 5 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Kividol 5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Kividol 5 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Kividol 5 Mg Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kividol 5 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Kividol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Kividol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Kividol. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kividol does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Kividol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Kividol 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Kividol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Kividol 5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kividol 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kividol 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Kividol 5 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Kividol 5 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kividol 5 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Kividol 5 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kividol 5 Mg Tablet
You can take Kividol 5 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kividol 5 Mg Tablet
Taking Kividol 5 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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