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Dolo Cold is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. The alternative uses of Dolo Cold have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dolo Cold. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Dolo Cold side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dolo Cold go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Dolo Cold's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Dolo Cold's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Dolo Cold since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Dolo Cold contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Dolo Cold may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Dolo Cold, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Dolo Cold 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dolo Cold is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dolo Cold safe for pregnant women?
Dolo Cold can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Dolo Cold right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Dolo Cold safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Dolo Cold for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dolo Cold on the Kidneys?
Dolo Cold rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dolo Cold on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dolo Cold on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dolo Cold on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Dolo Cold on the heart have been reported.
Dolo Cold should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dolo Cold unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dolo Cold habit forming or addictive?
Dolo Cold is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Dolo Cold
You can take Dolo Cold with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dolo Cold
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dolo Cold with alcohol will be.
If you are allergic to Dolo Cold then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
Yes, you can take Dolo Cold with or without food, because it doesn't irritate the stomach lining, unlike other drugs. However, if you are taking NSAIDs (painkillers) such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen along with paracetamol it is best to take them with a light meal or a glass of milk.
Dolo Cold is a safe drug no much precautions are to be taken. However, alcohol should be completely avoided. If you have any previous history of kidney and liver diseases keep your doctor informed before taking this drug.
Yes, Dolo Cold can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
Dolo Cold is a brand name for paracetamol. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever. Even WHO has considered this drug to be an essential medicine for basic healthcare requirements. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used 'over-the-counter' medicine. It is often prescribed as one of the first-line treatment options for pain and fever with minimum side effects.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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