Thiodic Information

Thiodic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Thiodic also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Thiodic depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Thiodic include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. These side effects of Thiodic are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Thiodic has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Thiodic related warnings talks about Thiodic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Thiodic have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Thiodic may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Thiodic is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Thiodic Benefits & Uses

Thiodic is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Headache
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)

Thiodic 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

Thiodic Related Warnings

Is the use of Thiodic safe for pregnant women?

Thiodic shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Thiodic safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Thiodic may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Thiodic should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Thiodic on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Thiodic. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiodic on the Liver?

Thiodic can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiodic on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Thiodic with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketorolac

Ramipril

Adefovir

Thiodic Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Heart Attack
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Thiodic

Is this Thiodic habit forming or addictive?

Thiodic is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Thiodic you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Thiodic only as per medical advice.

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

No, Thiodic is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Thiodic Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Thiodic

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Thiodic together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Thiodic

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Thiodic.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Thiodic Capsule