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Calridol Benefits & Uses

Calridol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Calridol 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Calridol Related Warnings

Is the use of Calridol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Calridol without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Calridol safe during breastfeeding?

Calridol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Calridol on the Kidneys?

Calridol rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Calridol on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Calridol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Calridol on the Heart?

Side effects of Calridol rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Calridol with Other Drugs

Calridol 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

Calridol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calridol 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 Calridol

Is this Calridol habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Calridol.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Calridol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Calridol only as per medical advice.

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

No, Calridol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Calridol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Calridol

There is no information on the effects of taking Calridol with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Calridol

Consuming Calridol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Calridol

Question about 5 years ago

Does Calridol work for back pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Calridol is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Calridol be used to treat stomach pain?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Calridol 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.

Question about 5 years ago

What are the symptoms of Calridol overdose?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Calridol overdose includes loss of appetite, drowsiness, seizures, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Later progressive symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark colored urine, yellowing of your skin or the white patches in your eyes, liver damage and in rare cases, it can also lead to coma. So, by any chance, if you have accidentally taken more than the required dose of Calridol inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Calridol?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

You should take the minimum effective dose of Calridol that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Calridol without food?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, you can take Calridol with or without food, because it doesn't irritate the stomach lining, unlike other drugs. However, if you are taking NSAIDs (painkillers) such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen along with paracetamol it is best to take them with a light meal or a glass of milk.