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Lanol Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Fever, Headache, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Lanol Drop have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Lanol Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lanol Drop have been listed ahead. These side effects of Lanol Drop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Lanol Drop's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lanol Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lanol Drop is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. The section on Lanol Drop contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Lanol Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lanol Drop is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Lanol Drop 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 |
Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lanol Drop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lanol Drop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Lanol safely.
Is the use of Lanol Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Lanol.
What is the effect of Lanol Drop on the Kidneys?
Lanol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lanol Drop on the Liver?
Lanol 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.
What is the effect of Lanol Drop on the Heart?
Side effects of Lanol rarely affect the heart.
Lanol Drop 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 Lanol Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lanol Drop habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lanol Drop.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Lanol Drop since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lanol Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lanol Drop in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lanol Drop
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lanol Drop, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lanol Drop
Taking alcohol with Lanol Drop can be dangerous.
No, Lanol 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 further delay.
If you are allergic to Lanol then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
Yes, Lanol can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.
As we know Lanol 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 Lanol ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Lanol 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.
Lanol 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.
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)