Nomal Information

Nomal is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria.

The correct dosage of Nomal 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Nomal also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nomal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nomal 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.

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

Nomal is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nomal contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Nomal with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Nomal, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Nomal Benefits & Uses

Nomal is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)
Parasitic Infections

Nomal 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: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days.
Geriatric	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2.4 mg/Kg followed by 1.2 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1.2 mg/Kg daily for 6 days
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Day first take 2 mg/Kg followed by 1 mg/Kg at 12 and 24 hours then 1 mg/Kg daily for 6 days

Nomal Related Warnings

Is the use of Nomal safe for pregnant women?

Nomal can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nomal, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Nomal safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Nomal. If you see any side effects, stop taking Nomal immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Nomal again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nomal on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Nomal for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nomal on the Liver?

Nomal has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nomal on the Heart?

Nomal has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nomal with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mefloquine

Pyrimethamine

Nomal Contraindications

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

Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Nomal

Is this Nomal habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Nomal has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Nomal can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nomal should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Nomal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nomal

Taking Nomal with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nomal

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Nomal with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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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 830

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