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Afitra, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule, Tablet, Cream, Powder. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. Afitra also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Afitra. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Afitra also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Afitra side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Afitra go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Afitra's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Afitra has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Afitra related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders must refrain from the use of Afitra since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Afitra are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Afitra may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Afitra, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Afitra 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afitra is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Afitra safe for pregnant women?
Afitra can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Afitra safe during breastfeeding?
Afitra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Afitra on the Kidneys?
Afitra may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Afitra on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Afitra. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Afitra on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Afitra. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Afitra 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 Afitra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afitra habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Afitra.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Afitra does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Afitra is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Afitra is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Afitra
Taking Afitra with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afitra
Taking Afitra and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
No, Afitra is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Afitra and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
Yes, Afitra causes gastritis. Less frequently, gastritis has been reported. However, if you experience severe gastritis after consuming this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Afitra is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patient's to take this drug unnessacarily without doctor's advise.
No, Afitra cannot be taken with aspirin. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Afitra is not safe for the diabetic patient, may cause harmful effects on them. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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