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Furamet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Diarrhoea, Giardiasis, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Furamet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Furamet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Furamet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Furamet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Furamet is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Furamet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Furamet related warnings section.
Furamet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Furamet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Furamet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Furamet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Furamet 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 Furamet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Furamet in pregnant women.
Is the use of Furamet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Furamet. If you see any side effects, stop taking Furamet immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Furamet again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Furamet on the Kidneys?
Furamet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Furamet on the Liver?
Side effects of Furamet rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Furamet on the Heart?
Furamet has very mild side effects on the heart.
Furamet 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 Furamet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Furamet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Furamet has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Furamet
Taking Furamet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Furamet
Taking Furamet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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