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Afenak, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. Other than this, Afenak has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Afenak is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Afenak also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Afenak can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Afenak are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Afenak is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Afenak has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Afenak related warnings section.
Afenak can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Afenak in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Afenak contraindications section.
Additionally, Afenak may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Afenak is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Afenak 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 Afenak safe for pregnant women?
Afenak can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Afenak safe during breastfeeding?
Afenak may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Afenak on the Kidneys?
Afenak rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Afenak on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Afenak. 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 Afenak on the Heart?
Afenak can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Afenak 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 Afenak unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afenak habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Afenak.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Afenak does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Afenak is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Afenak cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Afenak
Taking Afenak with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afenak
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Afenak at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Afenak is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
No, Afenak 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Afenak works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Yes, Afenak can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204