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Afanat is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Afanat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Afanat 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 Afanat is used -
Common
Is the use of Afanat safe for pregnant women?
Afanat can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Afanat safe during breastfeeding?
Afanat may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Afanat on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Afanat . If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Afanat on the Liver?
Afanat may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Afanat on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Afanat on heart. So it is not known whether taking Afanat will cause side effects on heart or not.
Is this Afanat habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Afanat has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Afanat can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Afanat is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Afanat for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Afanat
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Afanat with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afanat
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Afanat .
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; GilotrifI® (afatinib)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 116-118