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Afatin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Afatin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Afatin 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 Afatin is used -
Common
Is the use of Afatin safe for pregnant women?
Afatin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Afatin without medical advice.
Is the use of Afatin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Afatin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Afatin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Afatin on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Afatin . If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Afatin on the Liver?
Afatin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Afatin on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Afatin on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Is this Afatin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Afatin .
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 Afatin can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Afatin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Afatin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Afatin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Afatin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afatin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Afatin with alcohol.
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