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Emfozen is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops, Ointment, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Emfozen have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Emfozen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Emfozen are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emfozen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Emfozen normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Emfozen's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Emfozen related warnings talks about Emfozen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Emfozen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emfozen in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emfozen contraindications section.
Besides this, Emfozen 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 Emfozen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Emfozen 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Emfozen safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Emfozen. It is best to stop taking Emfozen immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Emfozen safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Emfozen. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Emfozen on the Kidneys?
Using Emfozen does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Emfozen on the Liver?
Using Emfozen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Emfozen on the Heart?
Emfozen is rarely harmful for the heart.
Emfozen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emfozen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emfozen habit forming or addictive?
Emfozen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Emfozen. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Emfozen only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Emfozen for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emfozen
Taking Emfozen with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emfozen
Taking Emfozen and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, Emfozen can be taken with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ranitidine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Emfozen does not cover strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is generally found to be resistant to Emfozen. Hence other antibiotics which are active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa should be used.
Yes, oral Emfozen may cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Emfozen does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patient's who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing a headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Emfozen covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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