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Captol CZ Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. The alternative uses of Captol CZ Syrup have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Captol CZ Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Some other side effects of Captol CZ Syrup have been listed ahead. These side effects of Captol CZ Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Captol CZ Syrup is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Captol CZ Syrup related warnings talks about Captol CZ Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Captol CZ Syrup since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Captol CZ Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Captol CZ Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Captol CZ Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Captol CZ Syrup 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Captol CZ Syrup is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Captol CZ Syrup safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Captol CZ in pregnant women.
Is the use of Captol CZ Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Captol CZ has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Captol CZ Syrup on the Kidneys?
Captol CZ rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Captol CZ Syrup on the Liver?
Captol CZ has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Captol CZ Syrup on the Heart?
You can take Captol CZ without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Captol CZ Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Captol CZ Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Captol CZ Syrup does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Captol CZ Syrup
It is safe to take Captol CZ Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Captol CZ Syrup
Taking Captol CZ Syrup with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Captol CZ 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.
Although it's believed that Captol CZ works mainly in the central nervous system (Brain and Spine). It prevents the release of prostaglandin, which is responsible for increasing pain and body temperature. It effectively reduces the intensity of pain signals to the brain.
Captol CZ is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Captol CZ that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.
Captol CZ is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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