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Anetol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Anetol safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Anetol in pregnant women.
Is the use of Anetol safe during breastfeeding?
Anetol is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Anetol on the Kidneys?
Anetol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anetol on the Liver?
Anetol may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Anetol on the Heart?
Anetol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Anetol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anetol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anetol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Anetol has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Anetol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Anetol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Anetol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anetol
There is no information on the effects of taking Anetol with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anetol
Consumption of alcohol and Anetol together may have severe effects on your health.
Anetol is a brand name for paracetamol. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever. Even WHO has considered this drug to be an essential medicine for basic healthcare requirements. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used 'over-the-counter' medicine. It is often prescribed as one of the first-line treatment options for pain and fever with minimum side effects.
Anetol is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Anetol 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.
If you are allergic to Anetol then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
As we know Anetol is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Anetol ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Anetol poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)