Odinol Information
Odinol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Odinol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Odinol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Odinol also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Cold hands. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Odinol as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Odinol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Odinol has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Odinol related warnings talks about Odinol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Odinol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Odinol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Odinol with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Odinol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Odinol Benefits & Uses
Odinol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Angina
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
Odinol 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
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Odinol Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Odinol is used -
Moderate
- Wheezing
- Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)
Mild
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
Common
- Blurred vision
- Cold hands
Odinol Related Warnings
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Is the use of Odinol safe for pregnant women?
Odinol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Odinol safe during breastfeeding?
Odinol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Odinol on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Odinol on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Odinol on the Liver?
Side effects of Odinol on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Odinol on the Heart?
Side effects of Odinol rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Odinol with Other Drugs
Odinol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 100 Tablet
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 200 Tablet
- Cordarone Tablet
- Cordarone X Tablet
Moderate
Odinol Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Odinol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hyperthyroidism
- Asthma
- Kidney Disease
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Glaucoma
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Tachycardia
Frequently asked Questions about Odinol
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Is this Odinol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Odinol is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Odinol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Odinol only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Odinol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Odinol Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Odinol
Odinol may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Odinol
Taking Odinol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tenormin® (atenolol)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 149
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 197-198
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tenormin® (atenolol)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 149
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 197-198
