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Patanol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. The alternative uses of Patanol have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Patanol 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Patanol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Patanol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Patanol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Patanol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Patanol related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Patanol contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Patanol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Patanol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Patanol is used to treat the following -
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 Patanol safe for pregnant women?
Patanol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Patanol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Patanol safe during breastfeeding?
Patanol 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 Patanol on the Kidneys?
Patanol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Patanol on the Liver?
Side effects of Patanol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Patanol on the Heart?
Patanol is completely safe for the heart.
Patanol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Patanol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Patanol habit forming or addictive?
Patanol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Patanol since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Patanol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Patanol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Patanol
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Patanol together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Patanol
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Patanol and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Patanol is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Patanol can cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug then try to avoid activities such as driving any vehicle or operate any machinery.
Yes, Patanol is used for pink eye (conjunctivitis). It effectively treats the symptoms of pink eye. Since it is a prescription drug you should use it only on your doctor's advice.
No, Patanol does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason.
Yes, Patanol requires a prescription because it is a prescription drug that comes under the schedule H drug list as per drug and cosmetic act which is used in the treatment of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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