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Arofen S is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Arofen S have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Arofen S. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Arofen S include Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Stomach ache. While these are the most often observed Arofen S side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Arofen S are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arofen S is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Arofen S related warnings talks about Arofen S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Heart Attack must refrain from the use of Arofen S since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Arofen S may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Arofen S is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Arofen S is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Arofen S safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Arofen S. If you are pregnant, do not take Arofen S without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Arofen S safe during breastfeeding?
Arofen S can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Arofen S on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Arofen S. 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 Arofen S on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Arofen S. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Arofen S on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Arofen S. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Arofen S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arofen S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arofen S habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Arofen S has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Arofen S as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Arofen S only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Arofen S is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arofen S
Using Arofen S with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arofen S
Consuming Arofen S with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Arofen S is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, ideally Arofen S can't be taken in stomach pain Because it has adverse reaction regarding gastrointestinal disturbances such as abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, gross bleeding/perforation, heartburn, nausea, GI ulcers (gastric/duodenal) and vomiting.
Yes, you can take Arofen S for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
No, Arofen S can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
Arofen S works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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