Tidocol 400mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Tidocol 400mg Tablet is an anti-inflammatory medicine used to treat a type of bowel disease known as ulcerative colitis. It helps to reduce symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding and stomach pain by reducing inflammation in the bowel.
Tidocol 400mg Tablet is used for the treatment of diseases caused by redness and swelling of lining of parts of intestines
Tidocol 400mg Tablet is used for the treatment of diseases caused by redness and swelling of lining of parts of intestines
Uses of Tidocol Tablet
Benefits of Tidocol Tablet
In Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Tidocol 400mg Tablet can relieve these symptoms and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. There are many different brands and your doctor will decide which is most suitable for you. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
In Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines. The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen. Tidocol 400mg Tablet helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back.
Side effects of Tidocol 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 Tidocol
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Rash
How to use Tidocol 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. Tidocol 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tidocol 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tidocol 400mg 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tidocol 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If you are taking Tidocol 400mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
If you are taking Tidocol 400mg Tablet, monitor the baby for diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Tidocol 400mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tidocol 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tidocol 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Tidocol 400mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Tidocol 400mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Tidocol 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tidocol 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Tidocol 400mg Tablet for treating and lowering the symptoms of mild inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you have severely decreased kidney or liver function.
- Do not take Tidocol 400mg Tablet if you are allergic to aspirin or if you have blood disorders.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminosalicylic Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
5- Aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Tidocol 400mg Tablet
Once A Day
67%
Thrice A Day
17%
Twice A Day
17%
FAQs
My symptoms have improved can I stop taking Tidocol 400mg Tablet?
Continue to take Tidocol 400mg Tablet as advised by the doctor, even if you feel better at the beginning of your treatment. Do not stop taking Tidocol 400mg Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Tidocol 400mg Tablet?
You should avoid alcohol if you have ulcerative colitis, as alcohol will irritate your stomach and intestine which will worsen your condition. Although alcohol does not interfere with the working of Tidocol 400mg Tablet, you should consult your doctor before taking alcohol.
Does Tidocol 400mg Tablet cause joint pain?
Yes, Tidocol 400mg Tablet may cause joint pain. If the pain continues and bothers you inform your doctor.
When is the best time to take Tidocol 400mg Tablet?
Take Tidocol 400mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.
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Address: Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
Country of origin: India
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