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Lekadol Benefits & Uses

Lekadol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Other Benefits

Lekadol 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: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 650 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 650 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lekadol Related Warnings

Is the use of Lekadol safe for pregnant women?

Lekadol is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lekadol safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Lekadol.

Safe
What is the effect of Lekadol on the Kidneys?

Lekadol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lekadol on the Heart?

Lekadol has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lekadol with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Lekadol Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Lekadol

Is this Lekadol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lekadol is addictive.

No
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.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lekadol should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Lekadol for mental disorders.

No

Lekadol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lekadol

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lekadol and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lekadol

Taking alcohol with Lekadol can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lekadol

Question about 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Lekadol in pregnancy?

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Lekadol with an antihistamine?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

What is the treatment for Lekadol poisoning?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Lekadol work?

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.

Question over 4 years ago

What precautions should be taken while taking Lekadol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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.