Laffter: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Laffter Information

Laffter is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Laffter have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Laffter depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Laffter can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Laffter go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Laffter's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Laffter's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Laffter related warnings section.

Laffter can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Laffter in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Laffter have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Laffter may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Laffter is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Laffter Benefits & Uses
Laffter Dosage & How to Take
Laffter Side Effects
Laffter Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Laffter with Other Drugs
Laffter Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Laffter
Laffter Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Laffter Benefits & Uses

Laffter is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Laffter Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Laffter Related Warnings

Is the use of Laffter safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Laffter. It is best to stop taking Laffter immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Laffter safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Laffter may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Laffter should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Laffter on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Laffter on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Laffter on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Laffter on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Laffter on the Heart?

You can take Laffter without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Laffter with Other Drugs

Laffter should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Laffter Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Laffter unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Laffter

Is this Laffter habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Laffter.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Laffter, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Laffter can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Laffter should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Laffter is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Laffter Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Laffter

When consumed with certain foods, Laffter may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Laffter

Taking Laffter and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Laffter

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Laffter with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Laffter 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Laffter safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Laffter is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Laffter cause constipation?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Laffter can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Laffter without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Laffter is a prescription drug, hence do not take Laffter without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Laffter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Laffter should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.