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Fastorik is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fastorik also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Fastorik 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.
The side effects typically associated with Fastorik include Drowsiness, Dry Mouth. Some other side effects of Fastorik have been listed ahead. These side effects of Fastorik 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.
Fastorik's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Fastorik has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fastorik related warnings section.
Fastorik can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fastorik in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fastorik contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Fastorik with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fastorik is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Fastorik 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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Fastorik safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Fastorik without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Fastorik safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Fastorik as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Fastorik on the Kidneys?
Fastorik does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fastorik on the Liver?
Side effects of Fastorik rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Fastorik on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Fastorik on the heart have been reported.
Fastorik 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 Fastorik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fastorik habit forming or addictive?
Fastorik is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Fastorik
It is safe to take Fastorik with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fastorik
Taking Fastorik with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No harmful interactions have been reported between Fastorik and codeine. Do not take it until and unless prescribed. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant medicinal side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, and tremors after taking Fastorik. Inform your doctor immediately.
No, Fastorik is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without further delay.
As we know Fastorik is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Fastorik ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Fastorik poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
Yes, you can take Fastorik with tramadol. The combination of Fastorik and tramadol are prescribed by doctors to relieve from severe to moderate pain. However, do not take it on your own.
An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Fastorik overdose includes loss of appetite, drowsiness, seizures, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Later progressive symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark colored urine, yellowing of your skin or the white patches in your eyes, liver damage and in rare cases, it can also lead to coma. So, by any chance, if you have accidentally taken more than the required dose of Fastorik inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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