The aldols

Aldolor: action, indications, contraindications, side effects

Aldolor is an analgesic-antipyretic that is used to treat mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever during colds. The active substance of the drug is paracetamol, which is a derivative of para-aminophenol.

The drug is manufactured in Israel by CTC Chemical Industries and is available in several dosage forms, including 500 mg caplets, 120 mg/5 ml sugar-free syrup and 100 mg/ml oral drops. Alternative brand names for Aldolor include Acamol-Teva, Alka-Seltzer plus Pain Reliever and Antipyretic, Aminadol, Acetaminophen (Paracetamol), Daleron, Dafalgan and others.

Indications for the use of Aldolor include headaches, toothaches, migraines, back pain, arthralgia, myalgia, neuralgia, menalgia, as well as febrile syndrome due to colds. However, the drug has a number of contraindications, including hypersensitivity, impaired renal and liver function, alcoholism and age under 6 years.

Side effects of Aldolor may include agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, anemia, renal colic, aseptic pyuria, interstitial glomerulonephritis, allergic reactions in the form of skin rashes. In addition, the drug may interact with other drugs, increasing the effect of indirect anticoagulants and increasing the likelihood of liver damage from hepatotoxic drugs.

An overdose of Aldolor may cause symptoms such as pallor, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Kidney and liver damage may occur 12 to 48 hours after overdose, which may lead to encephalopathy, coma, death, cardiac arrhythmias, and pancreatitis. Therefore, an overdose of Aldolor should be avoided, and if it occurs, immediate medical attention is required.

Overall, Aldolor is an effective and safe drug, but its use should only be under medical supervision and in accordance with the individual needs of the patient.