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Entofoam Rectal foam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Foam. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. The alternative uses of Entofoam Rectal foam have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Entofoam Rectal foam is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Entofoam Rectal foam also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). While these are the most often observed Entofoam Rectal foam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Entofoam Rectal foam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Entofoam Rectal foam's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Entofoam Rectal foam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Entofoam Rectal foam related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Entofoam Rectal foam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Entofoam Rectal foam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Entofoam Rectal foam, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Entofoam Rectal foam 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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Is the use of Entofoam Rectal foam safe for pregnant women?
Entofoam can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Entofoam, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Entofoam Rectal foam safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Entofoam in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Entofoam is unavailable.
What is the effect of Entofoam Rectal foam on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Entofoam. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Entofoam Rectal foam on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Entofoam. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Entofoam only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Entofoam Rectal foam on the Heart?
Entofoam may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Entofoam Rectal foam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Entofoam Rectal foam habit forming or addictive?
Entofoam Rectal foam does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Entofoam Rectal foam will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Entofoam Rectal foam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Entofoam Rectal foam for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Entofoam Rectal foam
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Entofoam Rectal foam, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Entofoam Rectal foam
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Entofoam Rectal foam.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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