Ridenol
Main Ingredient: Acetaminophen
Ridenol is an antipyretic and analgesic medicine primarily used to reduce fever and to relieve minor aches and pain associated with common cold, flu, toothaches, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and other conditions. Ridenol is most commonly used by people who are sensitive or allergic to aspirin. Although, it is not effective against inflammation, compared to Aspirin or Ibuprofen it is well tolerated by most people, including children and has few side effects.
Ridenol Side Effects
Ridenol rarely causes side effects as long as it is taken as directed. However, prolonged or habitual use may lead to liver damage or failure. Rare side effects of Ridenol include hives, rash, short breath. If you experience any side effects, stop taking the medicine and report it to your health care provider right away.
Ridenol Caution
People with known liver problem or condition should not take Ridenol.
Every year more than 800,000 people in the United States alone, die from the so-called
Tylenol poisoning(Tylenol is a brand name of Acetaminophen), which is caused by taking more than recommended doses of Ridenol or by habitual or long term use.
Do not take Ridenol if fever lasts for more than 3days and if pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days, unless advised by your physician.
Ridenol and Pregnancy
As with any medicine, if you are pregnant or nursing, check with your physician before taking Ridenol.
Ridenol Interactions
Consult with your physician before combining Ridenol with any nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (Aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen), blood thinners like warfarin, and oral contraceptives.
Alcohol can increase the likelihood of liver toxicity.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any herbs as some may interfere with its effectiveness.
High doses of Vitamin C (1000-3000mg/day) may increase the level of Ridenol in the body.
Ridenol Doses
It is best that Ridenol taken with food or milk.
CHILDREN INCLUDING INFANTS
Doses of Ridenol may be repeated every 4 hours, not to exceed 5 times a day.
Liquid form (special cup is provided)
4-11 months: ½ teaspoon
12-23 months: ¾ teaspoon
2-3 years: 1 teaspoon
4-5 years: 1½ teaspoons
Tablets
6-8 years: 4 tablets (2 teaspoons)
9-10 years: 5 tablets (2½ teaspoons)
11-12 years: 6 tablets (3 teaspoons)
12 and older: Adult dose
ADULTS
700-1000mg every 6 hours up to 4 times a day (max. 4000mg/day).
Ridenol Overdose
Symptoms of Ridenol overdose may include excessive sweating, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting.
In case of Ridenol overdose, seek medical attention right away.
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