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Hifen Oral Drops is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Hifen Oral Drops have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Hifen Oral Drops 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.
While these are the most often observed Hifen Oral Drops side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Hifen Oral Drops are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Hifen Oral Drops's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Hifen Oral Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Hifen Oral Drops contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Hifen Oral Drops may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hifen Oral Drops is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Hifen Oral Drops 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Hifen Oral Drops safe for pregnant women?
Hifen is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Hifen Oral Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Hifen is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Hifen Oral Drops on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Hifen on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Hifen Oral Drops on the Liver?
Using Hifen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Hifen Oral Drops on the Heart?
Hifen is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hifen Oral Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hifen Oral Drops habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Hifen Oral Drops has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Hifen Oral Drops as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Hifen Oral Drops is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Hifen Oral Drops in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Hifen Oral Drops
Taking Hifen Oral Drops with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hifen Oral Drops
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hifen Oral Drops with alcohol.
Hifen can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Hifen is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Hifen can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, Hifen can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Yes, Hifen can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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