Painadol is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pain. Painadol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Painadol. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Painadol are Dizziness, Drowsiness, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Painadol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Painadol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Painadol's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Painadol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Painadol related warnings section.
Painadol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Painadol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Painadol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Painadol, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Painadol 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Painadol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Painadol safe for pregnant women?
Painadol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Painadol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Painadol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Painadol. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Painadol on the Kidneys?
Painadol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Painadol on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Painadol on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Painadol on the Heart?
Painadol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Painadol 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 Painadol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Painadol habit forming or addictive?
Painadol can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Painadol as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Painadol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Painadol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Painadol
Taking Painadol with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Painadol
Taking Painadol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, long-term use of Painadol can result in addiction since it is a habit-forming drug you are advised to not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Painadol is a pain-killer because it contains tramadol an analgesic (pain-killer). It is used to provides relief from moderate to severe pain.
Yes, Painadol can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Painadol along with ibuprofen.
Yes, Painadol may cause sweating but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of sweating is unknown but it is presumed that sweating occurs due to stimulation of sweat glands which causes excess sweating.
No, use of Painadol does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other medical condition. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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