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Maphyl Forte, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Maphyl Forte also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Maphyl Forte depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Maphyl Forte include Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Maphyl Forte side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Maphyl Forte are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Maphyl Forte has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Maphyl Forte has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Maphyl Forte related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia must refrain from the use of Maphyl Forte since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Maphyl Forte contraindications section.
Besides this, Maphyl Forte may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Maphyl Forte is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Maphyl Forte 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
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Is the use of Maphyl Forte safe for pregnant women?
Maphyl Forte can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Maphyl Forte, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Maphyl Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Maphyl Forte. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Maphyl Forte on the Kidneys?
Maphyl Forte has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Maphyl Forte on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Maphyl Forte on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Maphyl Forte on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Maphyl Forte for the heart.
Maphyl Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Maphyl Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maphyl Forte habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Maphyl Forte has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Maphyl Forte
Taking Maphyl Forte with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maphyl Forte
Taking Maphyl Forte with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 439-440
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 433
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Artane (trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride)