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Saridon, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Other than this, Saridon has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Saridon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Saridon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Saridon are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Saridon's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Saridon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Saridon 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. The section on Saridon contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Saridon may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Saridon is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Saridon 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
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Is the use of Saridon safe for pregnant women?
Saridon can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Saridon right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Saridon safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Saridon. Immediately discontinue Saridon if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Saridon on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Saridon for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Saridon on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Saridon on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Saridon will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Saridon on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Saridon on the heart, information on safety of Saridon for the heart is unavailable.
Saridon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Saridon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Saridon habit forming or addictive?
Saridon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Saridon as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Saridon should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Saridon is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Saridon
It is safe to take Saridon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Saridon
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Saridon as it can have severe side effects.
Saridon is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.
No, Saridon is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Saridon can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Although it's believed that Saridon works mainly in the central nervous system (Brain and Spine). It prevents the release of prostaglandin, which is responsible for increasing pain and body temperature. It effectively reduces the intensity of pain signals to the brain.
As we know Saridon is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Saridon ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Saridon poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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)
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 488
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