Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is a combination of pain-relieving medicines. It helps in relieving abdominal pain and related discomforts. It works by relaxing the stomach muscles to relieve bloating, pain and cramps.

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are dryness in the mouth, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, stomach pain, indigestion, loss of appetite, blurred vision, and weakness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Zodol Tablet

Abdominal pain

Benefits of Zodol Tablet

In Abdominal pain

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving the movement of food. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Zodol 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 Zodol

Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Loss of appetite
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Weakness

How to use Zodol 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. Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Zodol Tablet works

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Dicyclomine, Diclofenac and Paracetamol, which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic. It works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). By doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Zodol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet

₹1.94/Tablet

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₹6.67/tablet

244% costlier

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₹4.19/tablet

116% costlier

Colirion Tablet

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₹4.73/tablet

144% costlier

Alspas Tablet

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₹3.38/tablet

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₹4.85/tablet

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet to get relief from abdominal pain, cramps and bloating.
It is best to take it when the first sign of pain occurs.
Avoid taking any antacid at least 2 hours before or after taking Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet.
If you develop any new symptoms, or if your symptoms get worse, make an appointment to see your doctor for further advice.
Do not take any other medicines containing Paracetamol in it without consulting your doctor.

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Patient concerns

Actually i am surffering from kidney stone and because kidney stone i am suffering from stomache and also i am having pain in bladder

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Kidney stone cause sever abdominal pain. consult a Surgeon

Left abdominal pain from last 3 days.Especially when I take a large breath(inhale)

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

All abdominal pain patients need to be seen and treated in clinic

Hello , sir since this past december i am facing problems like headache ,eye pain , weakness and sometimes abdominal pain .i want to tell you that 7 months ago i joined gym and i started to eat 25 chapatis and 100 gms of roasted peanuts daily to gain weight and i also ate used protien powder for about a month so i cannot figure out which thing caused illness or i am just depressed

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Abdominal pain could be because of excess diet. Other symptoms are non specific.

I'm having stomach pain since the last few weeks. I also went to the doctor for a checkup and was diagnosed with enteritis and was given medication for some few days. I was fine then but after a week pain has started again. Please tell the right medication

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

get ultrasound abdomen, LKT, KFT, amylase, lipase done to know the cause of pain. take tab meftal forte for abdominal spasmodic pain.

FAQs

Q. Can I stop taking Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet when my pain is relieved?

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is usually used for short term and can be discontinued if there is no pain. However, it should be continued if your doctor told you to do so.

Q. Can the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Also, avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medicine. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.

Q. Can the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.

Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet?

The use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components of this medicine. It should be used carefully in patients with alcohol dependency, or with underlying kidney or liver damage.

Q. Can the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet cause damage to kidneys?

Yes, long-term use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet is not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.

Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or you experience increased severity of pain, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Can the use of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet cause damage to the liver?

Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet contains paracetamol. This medicine is known to cause harm to the liver especially in the doses above the recommended level. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with the underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes, and abnormal liver enzymes.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Zodol 20mg/50mg/325mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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