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Caterpil Gel is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel. Abdominal Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Caterpil Gel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Caterpil Gel also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Such side effects of Caterpil Gel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Caterpil Gel has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Caterpil Gel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Caterpil Gel related warnings section.
Caterpil Gel is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Additionally, Caterpil Gel may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Caterpil Gel is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Caterpil Gel is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
Is the use of Caterpil Gel safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Caterpil in pregnant women.
Is the use of Caterpil Gel safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Caterpil. Immediately discontinue Caterpil if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Caterpil Gel on the Kidneys?
Caterpil does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Caterpil Gel on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Caterpil on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Caterpil Gel on the Heart?
Caterpil is not harmful for the heart.
Caterpil Gel 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 Caterpil Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Caterpil Gel habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Caterpil Gel has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Caterpil Gel
It is safe to take Caterpil Gel with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Caterpil Gel
Taking alcohol with Caterpil Gel can be dangerous.
No, Caterpil is not safe for the diabetic patient, may cause harmful effects on them. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.
No, Caterpil cannot be taken with aspirin. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Caterpil is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Caterpil can be taken for relieving symptoms of a headache. However, there are better medicines available for treating headache effectively.
No, Caterpil is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Caterpil and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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