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Fepanil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension,Tablet,Infusion,Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Fepanil have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Fepanil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Fepanil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fepanil 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.
In addition, Fepanil's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fepanil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Fepanil is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fepanil contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Fepanil have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Fepanil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Fepanil 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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Is the use of Fepanil safe for pregnant women?
Fepanil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Fepanil safe during breastfeeding?
Fepanil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Fepanil on the Kidneys?
Fepanil rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fepanil on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Fepanil. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Fepanil only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Fepanil on the Heart?
Fepanil is rarely harmful for the heart.
Fepanil 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 Fepanil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fepanil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fepanil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fepanil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fepanil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fepanil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fepanil
There is no information on the effects of taking Fepanil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fepanil
Taking alcohol with Fepanil can be dangerous.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Fepanil that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.
An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Fepanil 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 Fepanil inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Fepanil can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, you can take Fepanil with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. But you're recommended to consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.
Fepanil is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)