Pencil Information

Pencil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Leg Cramps are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Pencil have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Pencil is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pencil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pencil 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.

Pencil's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Pencil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pencil related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Pencil are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Pencil may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Pencil is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Pencil Benefits & Uses

Pencil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Leg Cramps

Other Benefits

Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)

Pencil 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	Disease: Leg Cramps Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Leg Cramps Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pencil Related Warnings

Is the use of Pencil safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Pencil safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Pencil for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pencil on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Pencil on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Pencil on the Liver?

Pencil is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Pencil on the Heart?

There may be severe side effects of Pencil on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Pencil with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Moderate

Dipyridamole

Aspirin

Clopidogrel

Naproxen

Mild

Warfarin

Heparin

Pencil Contraindications

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

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Stroke
Low Blood Pressure
Allergy
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Peptic Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Pencil

Is this Pencil habit forming or addictive?

Pencil does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Pencil as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Pencil should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Pencil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pencil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pencil

It is safe to take Pencil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pencil

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pencil with alcohol.

Unknown