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Katadol Capsule
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Katadol Capsule is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat acute and chronic pain associated with various conditions such as muscle pain, headache, nerve pain, postoperative pain, and menstrual cramps. It is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
Katadol Capsule can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, dryness in mouth, and abdominal bloating. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Katadol Capsule can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, dryness in mouth, and abdominal bloating. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Katadol Capsule
How to use Katadol Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
How Katadol Capsule works
Katadol Capsule decreases the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Pregnancy
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Breast feeding
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Driving
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Kidney
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
What if you forget to take Katadol Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Katadol Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Katadol Capsule is given when pain killers (NSAIDs) cannot be given due to gastric damage caused by them.
- Inform your doctor before starting Katadol Capsule if
- You have an underlying liver disease
- You take alcohol regularly
- You are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding
- Get your liver function tests done before starting Katadol Capsule and follow up tests every week while you are taking the medicine.
- Stop taking Katadol Capsule and immediately inform your doctor if you get any symptoms of liver disease like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or yellow colored urine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyridine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Selective neuronal potassium channel openers (SNEPCO)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Katadol Capsule
Twice A Day
54%
Once A Day
24%
Thrice A Day
23%
What are you using Katadol Capsule for?
Pain relief
88%
Nerve pain
12%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
50%
Excellent
33%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using Katadol Capsule?
Nausea
33%
Drowsiness
33%
No Side Effec*
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Katadol Capsule?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Katadol Capsule on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Is Katadol Capsule beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia?
Yes, Katadol Capsule is seen to be beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia in some clinical studies, however, Katadol Capsule is yet to get formal regulatory approval for this condition. Fibromyalgia is a disease that is characterized by musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and depression.
What is the benefit of using Katadol Capsule with paracetamol?
Both Katadol Capsule and paracetamol help in relieving pain but they work in entirely different ways. When paracetamol is given with Katadol Capsule, pain relief is better as compared to single drug use. However, both can cause liver toxicity, so monitoring of liver function is very important when taken together.
Does Katadol Capsule cause liver toxicity?
Yes, Katadol Capsule causes liver toxicity. Use of Katadol Capsule is contraindicated in patients with an underlying liver disease.
Can Katadol Capsule be used for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain?
Katadol Capsule can be used for the relief of pain associated with osteorthritis and post orthopedic surgery pain. It is especially useful for patients who cannot take NSAIDs because of the risk of NSAID-induced gastritis.
Does use of Katadol Capsule cause green discoloration of urine?
There have been case reports that Katadol Capsule causes green discoloration of urine. However, this is not a very commonly seen effect. Inform your doctor if you experience this symptom.
Is Katadol Capsule useful in the treatment of epilpesy?
Katadol Capsule is not approved for the treatment of epilepsy. However, a few animal studies have shown a beneficial effect of Katadol Capsule for treating epilepsy and this effect is still being explored.
Would I experience any withdrawal symptoms once I stop using Katadol Capsule?
Yes, you can experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop using Katadol Capsule like sweating, tremor, and mood alterations with long term use of Katadol Capsule. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Katadol Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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