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Afs 3 is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Afs 3 have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Afs 3. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Afs 3 include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Some other side effects of Afs 3 have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Afs 3 normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Afs 3 is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Afs 3's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Afs 3 related warnings section.
Afs 3 can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Afs 3 in conditions like Liver Disease, Anemia. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Afs 3 contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Afs 3 with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Afs 3, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Afs 3 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.
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Is the use of Afs 3 safe for pregnant women?
Afs 3 can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Afs 3 right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Afs 3 safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Afs 3. Immediately discontinue Afs 3 if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Afs 3 on the Kidneys?
Afs 3 rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Afs 3 on the Liver?
Afs 3 may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Afs 3 on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Afs 3 for the heart.
Afs 3 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afs 3 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afs 3 habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Afs 3.
Interaction between Food and Afs 3
Taking Afs 3 with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afs 3
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Afs 3 as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Afs 3 can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Afs 3 is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
Afs 3 is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
No, Afs 3 is not used for treating cough generally. However, if the doctor is convinced that the cough is due to a bacterial infection, he may prescribe {Medicine] to you.
No harmful interactions are found between Afs 3 and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Afs 3.
Yes, Afs 3 is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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