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Parad Benefits & Uses

Parad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain

Parad 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet

Parad Related Warnings

Is the use of Parad safe for pregnant women?

Zandu Parad Tablet may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Zandu Parad Tablet, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Parad safe during breastfeeding?

Zandu Parad Tablet can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Parad on the Kidneys?

Zandu Parad Tablet may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Parad on the Liver?

Zandu Parad Tablet may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Parad on the Heart?

Information about safety of Zandu Parad Tablet for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Parad with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Parad Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Arrhythmia
Stomach Disease
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Parad

Is this Parad habit forming or addictive?

Parad is not addictive in nature.

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

Parad does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Parad only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Parad is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Parad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Parad

Taking Parad with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Parad

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Parad

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zandu Parad Tablet a painkiller?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Zandu Parad Tablet can be called a painkiller since it alleviates abdominal spams and provides relief from cramping in irritable bowel syndrome.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zandu Parad Tablet cause nausea?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Zandu Parad Tablet causes nausea and vomiting as side effects. Nausea and vomiting can be prevented and managed by trying deep breathing, trying wrist acupressure, being in well ventilated space, drinking more fluids, taking ginger, fennel or cloves, and trying aromatherapy.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zandu Parad Tablet cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zandu Parad Tablet causes drowsiness. Drowsiness can be prevented or managed by eating a well-balanced breakfast loaded with medium carbs and high proteins, taking light lunch, drinking lots of water, listening to music, getting outside and breathing in some fresh air, eating gum, mints and candy, skipping sugar, going for some caffeine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Zandu Parad Tablet?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Zandu Parad Tablet is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. An oral dosage form is taken a few times a day. It is important to take Zandu Parad Tablet at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Zandu Parad Tablet with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Zandu Parad Tablet. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zandu Parad Tablet an antibiotic?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Zandu Parad Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.