Ridyl Information

Ridyl is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ridyl have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Ridyl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ridyl can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ridyl are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ridyl is Safe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ridyl related warnings talks about Ridyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ridyl is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Glaucoma are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ridyl are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Ridyl may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Ridyl is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Ridyl Benefits & Uses
Ridyl Dosage & How to Take
Ridyl Side Effects
Ridyl Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ridyl with Other Drugs
Ridyl Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ridyl
Ridyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ridyl Benefits & Uses

Ridyl is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Allergy
Common Cold
Runny Nose
Itching
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Flu
Hives
Dust Allergy

Ridyl 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: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ridyl Related Warnings

Is the use of Ridyl safe for pregnant women?

Ridyl is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Ridyl safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Ridyl for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Ridyl on the Kidneys?

Ridyl rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ridyl on the Liver?

Ridyl is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ridyl on the Heart?

Ridyl may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ridyl with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Selegiline

Moderate

Alprazolam

Clonazepam

Clonidine

Codeine

Ridyl Contraindications

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

Glaucoma
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

Frequently asked Questions about Ridyl

Is this Ridyl habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ridyl.

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

After taking Ridyl you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ridyl only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Ridyl for mental disorders.

No

Ridyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ridyl

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ridyl with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ridyl

Taking alcohol with Ridyl can be dangerous.

Severe