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Hifen Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Hifen Plus have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Hifen Plus depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hifen Plus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Hifen Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Hifen Plus's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Hifen Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Hifen Plus since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Hifen Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Hifen Plus have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Hifen Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Hifen Plus 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 |
Is the use of Hifen Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Hifen Plus. It is best to stop taking Hifen Plus immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Hifen Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Hifen Plus. Immediately discontinue Hifen Plus if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Hifen Plus on the Kidneys?
Hifen Plus has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hifen Plus on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Hifen Plus on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Hifen Plus on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Hifen Plus on the heart have been reported.
Hifen Plus 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 Hifen Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hifen Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Hifen Plus is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Hifen Plus
Hifen Plus may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hifen Plus
Taking alcohol with Hifen Plus can be dangerous.
Hifen Plus can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Avoid taking Hifen Plus with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Hifen Plus can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
Hifen Plus 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.
Hifen Plus works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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