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Prodol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Prodol 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 Prodol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Prodol as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Prodol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Prodol's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Prodol related warnings talks about Prodol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Prodol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Prodol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Prodol with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Prodol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Prodol 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 |
| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prodol is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Prodol safe for pregnant women?
Prodol is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Prodol safe during breastfeeding?
Prodol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Prodol on the Kidneys?
Prodol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Prodol on the Liver?
Prodol can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Prodol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Prodol on the heart have been reported.
Prodol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prodol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prodol habit forming or addictive?
Prodol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Prodol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Prodol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Prodol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prodol
There is no information on the effects of taking Prodol with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prodol
Taking alcohol with Prodol can be dangerous.
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References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)
