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Emfozen K is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Other than this, Emfozen K has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Emfozen K is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Emfozen K also has some side effects, the most common being Eye irritation, Eye itching, Eye Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emfozen K can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emfozen K 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 Emfozen K is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Emfozen K's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Emfozen K since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Emfozen K have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Emfozen K, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Emfozen K 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Emfozen K safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Emfozen K during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Emfozen K safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Emfozen K on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Emfozen K will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Emfozen K on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Emfozen K on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emfozen K on the Liver?
Using Emfozen K does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Emfozen K on the Heart?
Emfozen K is not harmful for the heart.
Emfozen K should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emfozen K unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emfozen K habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Emfozen K 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 Emfozen K as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Emfozen K only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emfozen K is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emfozen K
You can take Emfozen K with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emfozen K
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Emfozen K.
Yes, Emfozen K is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at a regular dose such as drowsiness, diarrhea, sweating, and sore in the mouth.
Yes, Emfozen K can cause gastrointestinal complications. It can cause bleeding, peptic ulcers and perforation of the stomach and intestine which can get very dangerous. Emfozen K is contraindicated in people with a history of peptic ulcer and bleeding. This risk is even higher in the elderly population.
Yes, Emfozen K is given for short-term treatment of inflammation and pain, once you find relief from pain and inflammation then you can discontinue it if taken by yourself. But if your doctor has prescribed Emfozen K and if you are thinking about discontinuing this medicine then do discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Emfozen K is associated with a risk of bleeding. Since Emfozen K inhibits platelet function, it should not be used in people with confirmed or suspected cardiovascular bleeding and in patients with high risk of bleeding.
No, Emfozen K doesn't cause anxiety. Anxiety is a group of mental disorder characterized by excessive fear and feels nervousness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. However, if you experience anxiety after taking this drug then it might be due to some other medical condition. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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