PIDOTIMOD belongs to the group of medications called ‘immunostimulants’ primarily used to treat respiratory system infections. Respiratory tract infection (RTI) is any infectious disease of the upper or lower respiratory tract. Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) include the Common cold, Sinusitis (sinus infection), Tonsillitis, and Laryngitis. Lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) include Bronchitis, Bronchiolitis, Chest infection and Pneumonia (lung infection). Flu can be an upper or lower RTI. Lower RTIs tend to last longer and can be more serious.
PIDOTIMOD contains Pidotimod; as the active ingredient. It is an immunostimulant. It works by modulating the immune system to trigger a protective response against bacteria or viruses that cause recurrent airway infections. This boosts immunity against these infections.
Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take PIDOTIMOD for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Usually, no common side effects are seen with this medicine. But some people experience skin rash as a side effect. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
If you are known to be allergic to PIDOTIMOD or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have kidney disease or have diabetes. Your doctor should also know about all other medications you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change how it works. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Respiratory system infections
To obtain the best benefit, please follow your doctor's directions. PIDOTIMOD contains Pidotimod; as the active ingredient. It is an immunostimulant. It works by modulating the immune system to trigger a protective response against bacteria or viruses that cause recurrent airway infections. This boosts immunity against these infections. Please do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to PIDOTIMOD or other medicines. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have kidney disease or diabetes. Your doctor should also know about all other medications you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change how it works. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. PIDOTIMOD to be taken with caution, especially if you are children below 12. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your age. Consumption of alcohol with PIDOTIMOD is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Do not smoke – it can make your symptoms worse.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions were found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions were found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions were found/established.
Consume alcohol along with PIDOTIMOD is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects.
Information regarding the use of PIDOTIMOD during pregnancy is not available. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them. Please consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor; there is no substantial research yet on using PIDOTIMOD in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them. Please consult your doctor.
Not enough scientific data is available for PIDOTIMOD. Hence it is advised to consult your doctor. Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focussed. If you experience drowsiness after taking this medication, you should not drive or operate any machinery or vehicles.
There is limited information available on the use of PIDOTIMOD in patients with liver disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing them to you. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of PIDOTIMOD in patients with Kidney disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them. Please consult your doctor.
PIDOTIMOD to be taken with caution, especially if you are children below the age of 12. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your age.
Respiratory tract infection (RTI): Respiratory tract infection (RTI) is defined as any infectious disease of the upper or lower respiratory tract. Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) include the Common cold, Sinusitis (sinus infection), Tonsillitis, and Laryngitis. Lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) include Bronchitis, Bronchiolitis, Chest infection and Pneumonia (lung infection). Flu can be an upper or lower RTI. Lower RTIs tend to last longer and can be more serious.