Naprodom Information
Naprodom is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Naprodom has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Naprodom. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Naprodom include Belching, Bruising or discoloration, Dry Mouth. While these are the most often observed Naprodom side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Naprodom are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Naprodom is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Naprodom has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Naprodom related warnings section.
Naprodom is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Naprodom contraindications section.
Besides this, Naprodom may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Naprodom is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Naprodom Benefits & Uses
Naprodom is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Naprodom 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Naprodom Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Naprodom is used -
Severe
- Heart related issues
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- पेट दर्द
- Diarrhoea
- पेट की गैस
- Nausea or vomiting
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Bloating or fullness
- Headache
- Dyspepsia
Common
- Belching
- Bruising or discoloration
- Dry Mouth
Naprodom Related Warnings
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Is the use of Naprodom safe for pregnant women?
Naprodom can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Naprodom right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
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Is the use of Naprodom safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Naprodom. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
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What is the effect of Naprodom on the Kidneys?
Naprodom can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
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What is the effect of Naprodom on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Naprodom. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
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What is the effect of Naprodom on the Heart?
You can take Naprodom without any fear of damage to the heart.
Severe Interaction of Naprodom with Other Drugs
Naprodom should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Naprodom Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Naprodom unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Heart Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Asthma
- Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Anemia
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Breast Cancer
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Naprodom
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Is this Naprodom habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Naprodom is addictive.
Naprodom Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Naprodom
Taking Naprodom with food does not cause any problems.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Naprodom
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Naprodom with alcohol will be.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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7 Years of Experience
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