Arodil Forte: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Arodil Forte Information

Arodil Forte, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Lotion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hair Loss, Baldness, Alopecia. Arodil Forte also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Arodil Forte is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Common side effects of Arodil Forte include Flushing, Bloating or fullness, Swelling. While these are the most often observed Arodil Forte side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Arodil Forte normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Arodil Forte has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Arodil Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Arodil Forte is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Angina are examples of such conditions.

Additionally, Arodil Forte may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Arodil Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Arodil Forte Benefits & Uses

Arodil Forte is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Arodil Forte 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: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired
Geriatric	Disease: Baldness Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired

Arodil Forte Related Warnings

Is the use of Arodil Forte safe for pregnant women?

Arodil Forte should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Arodil Forte safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Arodil Forte. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Arodil Forte on the Kidneys?

Arodil Forte is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Arodil Forte on the Liver?

Information about safety of Arodil Forte for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Arodil Forte on the Heart?

Arodil Forte has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Arodil Forte with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Betamethasone

Arodil Forte Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Arodil Forte

Is this Arodil Forte habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Arodil Forte.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Arodil Forte. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Arodil Forte should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Arodil Forte is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Arodil Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arodil Forte

You can take Arodil Forte with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Arodil Forte

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Arodil Forte as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Arodil Forte

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Arodil Forte?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Apply 1ml of Arodil Forte on the dried affected area of the head two times in a day or as advised by your doctor. The oral form of Arodil Forte has to be once daily with or without the food as the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Arodil Forte cause itching?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Arodil Forte may cause itching. Itching is one of the symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis which might be caused by the use of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. It occurs due to the undesirable response of the immune system of the body towards this drug and this side effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Arodil Forte cause chest pain?

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

Yes, Arodil Forte may cause chest pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing chest pain after using this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Arodil Forte for frontal hair loss?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Arodil Forte may be used for frontal hair loss but it gives much better results if the drug is used on the upper head or crown.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Arodil Forte make hair thicker?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Arodil Forte might make hair thicker. A clinical study has found that it can increase the diameter of the hair but the results cannot be generalized on everyone.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 567

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