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Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral must refrain from the use of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment 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 Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment 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 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment 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 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment on the Kidneys?
Using Emfozen does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment on the Liver?
Using Emfozen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment on the Heart?
Emfozen is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment habit forming or addictive?
Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment 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 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment
Taking Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment
Taking Emfozen 0.5%W/W Eye Ointment 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.
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