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Painkil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Painkil have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Painkil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Painkil include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Painkil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Painkil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Painkil is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Painkil related warnings talks about Painkil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Painkil is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Heart Attack as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Painkil may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Painkil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Painkil is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Painkil is used -
Common
Is the use of Painkil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Painkil.
Is the use of Painkil safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Painkil for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Painkil on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Painkil. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Painkil on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Painkil. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Painkil only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Painkil on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Painkil. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Painkil 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 Painkil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Painkil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Painkil has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Painkil, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Painkil can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Painkil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Painkil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Painkil
Taking Painkil with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Painkil
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Painkil with alcohol.
Painkil should be always taken with a light meal. You are advised not to take it on empty stomach.
No, Painkil does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
No, Painkil does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Painkil has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
Discontinuation of Painkil on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Painkil can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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