Minidol Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Minidol Information

Minidol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Fever, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Minidol have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Minidol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Minidol have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Minidol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Minidol's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Minidol related warnings talks about Minidol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Minidol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Minidol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Minidol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Minidol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Minidol Benefits & Uses

Minidol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pain

Other Benefits

Headache
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Joint Pain
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)
Neck Pain (Read More - Home remedies for neck pain)
Wrist Pain

Minidol 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: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Increase upto 200mg bid.
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Increase upto 200mg bid.

Minidol Related Warnings

Is the use of Minidol safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Minidol will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Minidol safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Minidol on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Minidol will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Minidol on the Kidneys?

Use of Minidol may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Minidol on the Liver?

Use of Minidol may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Minidol on the Heart?

Minidol can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Minidol with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Piroxicam

Indomethacin

Severe

Ketoconazole

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Minidol Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Minidol

Is this Minidol habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Minidol.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Minidol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Minidol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Minidol in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Minidol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Minidol

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Minidol together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Minidol

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Minidol

Question about 5 years ago

Is Minidol banned in india?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

No, Minidol is not banned for use in adults and elderly patients by CDSCO. However, CDSCO has banned Minidol for children below 12 years age as it can cause hepatic failure (liver failure).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Minidol an antibiotic?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Minidol is a painkiller, not an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat the short-lasting painful inflammatory conditions such as sports injuries, sinusitis, and other ear-nose-throat disorders, dental surgery, bursitis (Inflammation of the fluid-filled sac in the joints), lower backache, dysmenorrhoea (painful menstruation), post-operative pain, osteoarthritis, and fever.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Minidol work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Minidol is an analgesic (painkiller) which relieves pain arising from the affected area by suppressing the cyclooxygenase 2 (increases the inflammatory response.)

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Minidol cause renal failure?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Minidol can cause renal failure If taken for a long time. It may lead to several renal dysfunctions such as tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, elevation in serum creatinine and renal failure. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you have any kidney disease.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Minidol be given in dengue?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Minidol should not be taken when a person has been detected with dengue. This is because nimesulide may cause internal bleeding which can be fatal during dengue. To bring down fever in dengue patients, paracetamol can be given along with plenty of fluids such as soups, juices, and water. Along with taking precautionary measures mentioned above, seek medical advice right away in case of Dengue as negligence and low platelet counts may lead to fatal consequences. You are highly recommended to follow the doctor's instructions.