Nitrofen Information

Nitrofen, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Insomnia.

The correct dosage of Nitrofen depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Nitrofen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nitrofen 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.

Nitrofen's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Nitrofen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nitrofen related warnings section.

Nitrofen is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Liver Disease, Lung Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Nitrofen have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Nitrofen may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nitrofen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Nitrofen Benefits & Uses

Nitrofen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Nitrofen 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: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Nitrofen Related Warnings

Is the use of Nitrofen safe for pregnant women?

Nitrofen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Nitrofen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Nitrofen safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Nitrofen on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Nitrofen on the Liver?

Nitrofen has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nitrofen on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Nitrofen for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nitrofen with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Nitrofen Contraindications

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

Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease
Allergy
Lung Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nitrofen

Is this Nitrofen habit forming or addictive?

Nitrofen can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nitrofen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Nitrofen only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, taking Nitrofen can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Nitrofen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nitrofen

Taking Nitrofen with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nitrofen

Taking alcohol with Nitrofen can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 405

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Mogadon (nitrazepam)