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Paridon is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Paridon have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Paridon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Paridon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Paridon are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Paridon has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Paridon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Paridon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Paridon may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Paridon, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Paridon 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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Is the use of Paridon safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Paridon safely.
Is the use of Paridon safe during breastfeeding?
Paridon 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.
What is the effect of Paridon on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Paridon on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Paridon on the Liver?
Paridon is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Paridon on the Heart?
Paridon is completely safe for the heart.
Paridon 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 Paridon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Paridon habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Paridon has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Paridon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Paridon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Paridon, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Paridon for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Paridon
You can take Paridon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Paridon
Taking alcohol with Paridon can be dangerous.
Yes, Paridon can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Paridon should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Paridon causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Yes, Paridon is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.
Paridon works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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