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Hipen A is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Bacterial Infections, Throat Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Hipen A have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Hipen A depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Hipen A as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Hipen A are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Hipen A's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Hipen A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Hipen A is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, Eczema are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Hipen A are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Hipen A may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hipen A is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Hipen A is used to treat the following -
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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hipen A is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Hipen A safe for pregnant women?
Hipen A has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Hipen A safe during breastfeeding?
Hipen A should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Hipen A on the Kidneys?
Hipen A is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Hipen A on the Liver?
Hipen A may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Hipen A on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Hipen A. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Hipen A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hipen A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hipen A habit forming or addictive?
Hipen A is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Hipen A does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Hipen A only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Hipen A for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Hipen A
It is safe to take Hipen A with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hipen A
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Hipen A at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Hipen A is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Hipen A can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Hipen A does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
Yes, Hipen A can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience