Widemol 500mg Tablet is a medicine used to relieve pain and to reduce fever. It is used to treat many conditions such as headaches, body aches, toothaches, and the common cold. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals that cause pain and fever.

Widemol 500mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. It is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended.

Side effects are rare if this medicine is used correctly but this medicine may cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting in some people. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.

This medicine is widely prescribed and considered safe but is not suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems or are using blood-thinning medicines. It may affect the dose or suitability of this medicine. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

Uses of Widemol Tablet

Benefits of Widemol Tablet

In Pain relief

Widemol 500mg Tablet is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

In Treatment of Fever

Widemol 500mg Tablet is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.

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Side effects of Widemol Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Widemol

Stomach pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Fever
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Headache
Constipation
Itching

How to use Widemol Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Widemol 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Widemol Tablet works

Widemol 500mg Tablet is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Widemol 500mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Widemol 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Widemol 500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Widemol 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Widemol 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Widemol 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Widemol 500mg Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Widemol 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Widemol 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Widemol 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Widemol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Widemol 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Widemol 500mg Tablet should be taken with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Widemol 500mg Tablet.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease as your dose may need to be adjusted.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

P-Aminophenol Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Analgesic & Antipyretic-PCM

Patient concerns

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

Diagnosed with viral fever along with rashes on the body. Pain in eyes since three days. Pain when open and when blinking.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Orbital pain is common with viral fever. Go to physician for fever. It will be relieved with relief in fever

I have diabetes insipidus Please prescribe me medicine Also tell me what diet to take and what to avoid

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

A person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND LOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you souls not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

I had Chickengunia fever 1 week back. Now, my diabetes is at 260 level random and I m also at taking 24mg insulin 2 times a day. I have severe joint pain now with severe pain in knees, not able to walk even. Kindly advise me a gud treatment/prescription for curing knee pain. Regards

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

In chickungunia fever , joint pain will remains for two weeks after subsiding fever. So you can take some pain releaf tablets for on requirement basis. Also try yo keep sugar level in normal limits.

FAQs

What if I vomit after taking Widemol 500mg Tablet?

If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Widemol 500mg Tablet tablets or syrup, take the same dose again. If you vomit more than 30 minutes after a dose of tablets or syrup, you do not need to take another dose, until the next normal dose.

When will I feel better after taking Widemol 500mg Tablet?

Usually you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking Widemol 500mg Tablet.

How often can I take Widemol 500mg Tablet?

You should only take four doses of Widemol 500mg Tablet in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4 hours between two doses. Do not take Widemol 500mg Tablet for more than 3 days without first talking to your doctor.

Does Widemol 500mg Tablet make babies sleepy?

No, Widemol 500mg Tablet does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain relieving medicine which is also used to control high fever.

Is Widemol 500mg Tablet safe for children?

Widemol 500mg Tablet is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.

Is Widemol 500mg Tablet an antibiotic?

No, Widemol 500mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and as a medicine which brings down high fever.

Can I take Widemol 500mg Tablet and ibuprofen together?

Ibuprofen and Widemol 500mg Tablet are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

How long does Widemol 500mg Tablet take to work?

Widemol 500mg Tablet takes around 30-45 min to start working and show its effects. It is advised to take this medicine for the duration suggested by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any bothersome side effects.

What are the serious side effects of taking excess Widemol 500mg Tablet?

Overdose of Widemol 500mg Tablet may cause severe life-threatening liver injury as a serious side effect. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count and even lead to coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.

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