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Nedol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Liquid, Injection. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Nedol have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Nedol 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Nedol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Nedol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Nedol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Nedol related warnings talks about Nedol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Nedol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Arrhythmia, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Nedol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Nedol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Nedol, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Nedol 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Nedol safe for pregnant women?
Nedol may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Nedol again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nedol safe during breastfeeding?
Nedol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nedol on the Kidneys?
Nedol does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nedol on the Liver?
Nedol is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Nedol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Nedol on the heart have been reported.
Nedol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nedol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nedol habit forming or addictive?
Nedol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Nedol. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Nedol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Nedol is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nedol
You can take Nedol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nedol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Nedol as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 633-634
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 441
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Haldol® (haloperidol)