Andol Syrup 15Ml

• As per USFDA and CDSCO, Andol syrup can be used in the treatment and maintenance of the following disorders:
• Schizophrenia a psychiatric disorder that can cause symptoms such as hallucination (hearing and seeing things that are not there), delusions (having beliefs that are not true), certain mood disorders, etc.
• Tourette syndrome indicated by unwanted repetitious actions and sounds, also known as tics.

• It is contraindicated in the following cases:
• If you are hypersensitive or allergic to haloperidol or any ingredient in Andol syrup
• If you are diagnosed with dementia-related psychosis. In such cases, the thin syrup can cause an increased risk of heart failure, pneumonia, death, etc., especially in elderly patients
• If you have other psychiatric or mental disorders like Parkinson's disease
• If you have central nervous system depression (slow and steady decline of breathing)
• If you have any type of uncontrolled seizure disorder
• If you are pregnant. This syrup can cause long-lasting effects in unborn and newborn babies
• If you are nursing
• If you have a low white blood cell count (leukopenia or neutropenia)
• If you are diagnosed with conditions like Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (muscle rigidity and altered mental status) and Tardive Dyskinesia (sudden movements or tremors). It can worsen these conditions

• Side effects of Andol syrup include:
• Loss of appetite
• Mood changes
• Sleeping problems
• Problem in urination
• Low sexual drive
• Muscle stiffness
• Weight gain

Other General Warnings

• You have conduction or rhythm problems of the heart; this syrup can worsen that condition.
• You have other heart illnesses; you may require a dose adjustment.
• You have high levels of thyroid hormone or hyperthyroidism, be extremely careful with this syrup.
• You have glaucoma (an eye disorder), use this syrup with caution. It can raise fluid pressure inside the eye. Dose adjustment is required.
• You are an older person over 65 years, the dose of this syrup should be carefully monitored. It increases the risk of side effects.
• You have any type of seizure disorder, this medicine can worsen the condition.
• You have a known history of severe liver or kidney illness.

• Take Andol syrup precisely as prescribed by the doctor.
• Do not increase the dosage of Andol syrup, even if you cannot notice its effects.
• Do not use it with other medications without notifying your doctor.
• Do not take Andol syrup if its packaging has been already opened.
• Do not stop using this medication abruptly, as it can cause adverse effects from withdrawal.

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Interactions with other medicines

• If you are already taking antidepressant medications like MAO inhibitors (sertraline, linezolid, etc.), do not use Andol syrup without informing your doctor. They can cause serious side effects like decreased breathing, low heart rate, etc.
• It is better not to combine Andol syrups with Parkinson's medicines like levodopa. They have opposite effects, which can lead to some side effects.
• It is not recommended to take Andol syrups if you use medicines that lower heart rate.
• It is not recommended to take Andol syrups if you are already using other antipsychotic, antidepressant, or anti-seizure medications; using Andol syrups with these can cause severe adverse effects.

Interactions with food items

• It is better to avoid coffee, tea, or other caffeinated drinks and products while on Andol syrup.
• Andol syrup can cause dry mouth. Try to have ice or hard candy that can help ease the problem. Take it as soon as you remember.
• Try to avoid grapefruit and its juice with Andol syrup.