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Andial Liquid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Liquid. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diarrhoea. Andial Liquid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Andial Liquid. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Andial Liquid as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Andial Liquid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Andial Liquid has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Andial Liquid has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Andial Liquid related warnings section.
Andial Liquid is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastritis, Ulcerative Colitis as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Andial Liquid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Andial Liquid with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Andial Liquid is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Andial Liquid 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Andial Liquid is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Andial Liquid safe for pregnant women?
Andial has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Andial Liquid safe during breastfeeding?
Andial should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Andial Liquid on the Kidneys?
Andial rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Andial Liquid on the Liver?
Andial is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Andial Liquid on the Heart?
Andial may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Andial Liquid 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 Andial Liquid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Andial Liquid habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Andial Liquid has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Andial Liquid you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Andial Liquid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Andial Liquid in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Andial Liquid
There is no information on the effects of taking Andial Liquid with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Andial Liquid
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Andial Liquid.
Andial contains loperamide. It works by slowing down the movement of bowel in the intestine which lowers the fecal volume and increases its viscosity. This also allows better absorption of salts and water in the body. Hence in this way Andial provides relief from diarrhea.
Yes, Andial may cause weight loss in few cases. It is presumed that weight loss occurs due to decreased food intake caused by loss of appetite. However, if you experience excessive weight loss after taking this medicine then your advice your doctor immediately and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Andial may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, f you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
Yes, Andial can be taken with omeprazole. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking Andial along with omeprazole then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Andial should not be discontinued without doctors advice if it has been prescribed by your doctor. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience