Paracetamol (500mg)
Dolo 500 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 it 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.Dolo 500 Tablet 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.
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 themCommon side effects of Dolo
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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. Dolo 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Dolo 500 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.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dolo 500 Tablet.
Dolo 500 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.
Dolo 500 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.
Dolo 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Dolo 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dolo 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Dolo 500 Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
Dolo 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dolo 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Dolo 500 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Dolo 500 Tablet tablets or syrup, retake the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.
Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Dolo 500 Tablet.
You should only take four doses of Dolo 500 Tablet in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4 hours between two doses. Do not take Dolo 500 Tablet for more than 3 days without consulting a doctor first.
No, Dolo 500 Tablet does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.
Dolo 500 Tablet is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
No, Dolo 500 Tablet is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Ibuprofen and Dolo 500 Tablet are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Dolo 500 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.
Overdose of Dolo 500 Tablete may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even 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.
Yes, Dolo 500 Tablet may cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine or a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to your doctor.
No, Dolo 500 Tablet should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a doctor. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.
Yes, taking Dolo 500 Tablet and antibiotics at the same time should not cause any problems. Antibiotics are used to help clear infections but often don't do anything to relieve pain. Therefore you can generally take Dolo 500 Tablet alongside your antibiotics. However, always consult your doctor before taking any medications.
