Dolo 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dolo 500 Tablet Information

Dolo 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Dolo 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Dolo 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dolo 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Dolo 500 Tablet 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.

Dolo 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Dolo 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dolo 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Dolo 500 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dolo 500 Tablet in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dolo 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Dolo 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Dolo 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Dolo 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Dolo 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache

Dolo 500 Tablet 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 325 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dolo 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Dolo 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Dolo is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Dolo 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Dolo does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Dolo 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Dolo on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Dolo 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Dolo can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dolo 500 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dolo 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Dolo 500 Tablet 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

Dolo 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dolo 500 Tablet 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 Dolo 500 Tablet

Is this Dolo 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dolo 500 Tablet is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Dolo 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Dolo 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Dolo 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Dolo 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dolo 500 Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dolo 500 Tablet and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dolo 500 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Dolo 500 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Dolo 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Dolo in pregnancy?

Dolo 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 6 years ago

Does Dolo work for back pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

What are the interactions between Dolo and codeine?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No harmful interactions have been reported between Dolo and codeine. Do not take it until and unless prescribed. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant medicinal side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, and tremors after taking Dolo. Inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the symptoms of Dolo overdose?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Dolo 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 Dolo inform your doctor immediately.