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Lekadol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Lekadol have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lekadol. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lekadol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lekadol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lekadol is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lekadol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lekadol related warnings section.
Lekadol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lekadol contraindications section.
Additionally, Lekadol may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lekadol is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Lekadol 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Lekadol safe for pregnant women?
Lekadol is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Lekadol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Lekadol.
What is the effect of Lekadol on the Kidneys?
Lekadol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lekadol on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Lekadol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lekadol only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lekadol on the Heart?
Lekadol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Lekadol 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 Lekadol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lekadol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lekadol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lekadol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Lekadol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lekadol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lekadol
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lekadol and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lekadol
Taking alcohol with Lekadol can be dangerous.
Lekadol is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.
Yes, Lekadol can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
As we know Lekadol 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 Lekadol ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Lekadol 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.
Although it's believed that Lekadol 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.
Lekadol is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.
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
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