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Neofen Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Neofen Plus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Neofen Plus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Neofen Plus also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Neofen Plus have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Neofen Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Neofen Plus has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Neofen Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Neofen Plus related warnings section.
Neofen Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Neofen Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Neofen Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Neofen Plus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Neofen 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Neofen Plus safe for pregnant women?
Neofen Plus can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Neofen Plus, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Neofen Plus safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Neofen Plus. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Neofen Plus on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Neofen Plus. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Neofen Plus on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Neofen Plus. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Neofen Plus on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Neofen Plus on the heart have been reported.
Neofen Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neofen Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Neofen Plus habit forming or addictive?
Neofen Plus is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Neofen Plus can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Neofen Plus only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Neofen Plus for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Neofen Plus
Taking Neofen Plus with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Neofen Plus
Taking Neofen Plus with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Neofen Plus is a brand name for aceclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
Take Neofen Plus as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Neofen Plus can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
Yes, Neofen Plus causes gastritis. Less frequently, gastritis has been reported. However, if you experience severe gastritis after consuming this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Neofen Plus works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
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