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FAXIMAB is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Angina, Coronary Artery Disease. The alternative uses of FAXIMAB have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of FAXIMAB. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of FAXIMAB are Bleeding, Reduced blood platelets, Blurred vision. Some other side effects of FAXIMAB have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of FAXIMAB go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that FAXIMAB has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if FAXIMAB has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the FAXIMAB related warnings section.
FAXIMAB can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid FAXIMAB in conditions like Bleeding, Hemorrhagic Cystitis, Thrombocytopenia and ITP.
Additionally, FAXIMAB may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking FAXIMAB is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
FAXIMAB 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
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Is the use of FAXIMAB safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Faximab during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of FAXIMAB safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Faximab for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of FAXIMAB on the Kidneys?
Faximab rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of FAXIMAB on the Liver?
Side effects of Faximab rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of FAXIMAB on the Heart?
Faximab is rarely harmful for the heart.
FAXIMAB should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take FAXIMAB unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this FAXIMAB habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that FAXIMAB is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
FAXIMAB will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
FAXIMAB is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, FAXIMAB is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and FAXIMAB
Some foods when eaten with FAXIMAB can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and FAXIMAB
Taking FAXIMAB and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Abciximab
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 631