Caligno is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Caligno depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Caligno is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Caligno is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Caligno safe for pregnant women?
Caligno rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Caligno safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Caligno for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Caligno on the Kidneys?
Caligno rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Caligno on the Liver?
Caligno is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Caligno on the Heart?
Caligno may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Caligno should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Caligno unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Caligno habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Caligno has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Caligno as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Caligno is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Caligno is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Caligno
Some foods when eaten with Caligno can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Caligno
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Caligno with alcohol.
Yes, Caligno is used topically for producing an anesthetic effect (Prevent pain) on the irritated or inflamed mucous membranes of mouth and pharynx. It is also used for minimizing gagging during X-ray procedure and dental impressions.
Yes, Caligno is used anally for alleviating discomfort due to anal fissures and hemorrhoids. An anal fissure is a minor tear or cuts near the delicate skin of anus which could result from a trauma or an injury. Anal fissures can be prevented or managed by taking adequate time in passing the bowel, by not putting much strain while passing the bowels, by cleaning the anal area gently and by keeping the anal area dry. Hemorrhoids, on the other hand, are the swollen veins in the anus and rectum region. These can develop from chronic constipation, aging, genetics, pregnancy, etc. These can be prevented and managed by eating a lot of fiber, getting some exercise, not spending a lot of time in the bathroom, cleaning up gently, taking warm water bath, and so on.
According to an FDA warning published in 2014, a 2% solution of Caligno should not be used in infants and young children (5 months to 3.5 years old), as too much application of Caligno or accidental swallowing may cause serious brain injury, seizures, and heart problems. Therefore, for treating teething pain, one must take the advice of their doctor and follow his recommendations completely.
Yes, Caligno may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Caligno to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Yes, Caligno may cause an allergic reaction which might manifest as sneezing, wheezing, pruritis (severe itching of the skin), urticaria (localized swollen itchy area), episodes of angioneurotic edema (swelling of the lower layer of skin or mucous membranes and even anaphylactic shock (very severe allergic reaction). If you develop any of these symptoms while using Caligno, please inform your doctor immediately.
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