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Stanol is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Stanol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Stanol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Stanol also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Cold hands. Some other side effects of Stanol have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Stanol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Stanol's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Stanol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma must refrain from the use of Stanol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Stanol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Stanol may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Stanol, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Stanol 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Stanol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Stanol safe for pregnant women?
Stanol should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Stanol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Stanol. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Stanol on the Kidneys?
Stanol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Stanol on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Stanol on the liver, information on safety of Stanol for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Stanol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Stanol on the heart have been reported.
Stanol 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 Stanol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stanol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Stanol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Stanol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Stanol can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Stanol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Stanol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stanol
Taking Stanol with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stanol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Stanol as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Stanol might cause constipation in a few cases only. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Take Stanol as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
Yes, Stanol may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
Rarely, Stanol causes depression. However, the exact cause of depression is not known. If you experiencing insomnia, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
No, Stanol is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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