Fazim Information

Fazim is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Leprosy.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fazim. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Fazim include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fazim can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fazim are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Fazim's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Fazim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Fazim are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Fazim 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 Fazim is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Fazim Benefits & Uses
Fazim Dosage & How to Take
Fazim Side Effects
Fazim Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fazim with Other Drugs
Fazim Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fazim
Fazim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fazim Benefits & Uses

Fazim is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Leprosy

Fazim Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs
Geriatric	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, used in combination with 2 other antileprosy drugs

Fazim Related Warnings

Is the use of Fazim safe for pregnant women?

Fazim may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Fazim again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Fazim safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Fazim may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Fazim should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Fazim on the Kidneys?

Fazim does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fazim on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Fazim on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Fazim will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Fazim on the Heart?

Side effects of Fazim on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Fazim with Other Drugs

Fazim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Haloperidol

Clozapine

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Promethazine

Fazim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fazim unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Skin Discolouration

Frequently asked Questions about Fazim

Is this Fazim habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fazim is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Fazim can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fazim is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Fazim in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Fazim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fazim

It is safe to take Fazim with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fazim

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fazim with alcohol will be.

Unknown