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Aldoloc is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Aldoloc also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Aldoloc depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Aldoloc can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Aldoloc are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aldoloc is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Aldoloc has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aldoloc related warnings section.
Aldoloc can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Aldoloc in conditions like Diabetes. Other contraindications of Aldoloc have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Aldoloc may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Aldoloc is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Aldoloc 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
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Is the use of Aldoloc safe for pregnant women?
Aldoloc can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Aldoloc safe during breastfeeding?
Aldoloc is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Aldoloc on the Kidneys?
Aldoloc does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aldoloc on the Liver?
Aldoloc may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Aldoloc on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Aldoloc on the heart have been reported.
Aldoloc 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 Aldoloc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aldoloc habit forming or addictive?
Aldoloc is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Aldoloc
Taking Aldoloc with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aldoloc
Consuming Aldoloc with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, use of Aldoloc does not cause hair loss in the patients who are taking it. However, if you notice any unusual hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Yes, Aldoloc can raise blood sugar levels slightly in diabetic patients. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown but it is presumed that Aldoloc decreases the sensitivity of insulin towards glucose which causes a rise in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike in sugar levels take blood glucose lowering medicines to manage your diabetes.
Aldoloc is not meant to reduce weight and it can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice because it can cause dehydration due to excessive urination which results in loss of electrolytes from your body. Loss of electrolytes from your body can cause symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, and tiredness.
Yes, Aldoloc can cause diarrhea but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this medicine. The exact cause behind this is not known. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while using this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Aldoloc works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption from the kidney, this causes more frequent urination than normal. The increased flow of urination leads to a decrease in blood volume and the removal of this extra fluid from your body results in a decrease in edema. The decreased blood volume causes relaxation of the walls of blood vessels and this results in a decrease in blood pressure which gives relief from swelling and high blood pressure to the patient.
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