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Polyfam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Polyfam have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Polyfam is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Polyfam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Polyfam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Polyfam has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Polyfam related warnings talks about Polyfam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Polyfam contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Polyfam with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Polyfam, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Polyfam 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Polyfam is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Polyfam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Polyfam safely.
Is the use of Polyfam safe during breastfeeding?
Polyfam does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Polyfam on the Kidneys?
Polyfam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Polyfam on the Liver?
Polyfam may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Polyfam on the Heart?
You can take Polyfam without any fear of damage to the heart.
Polyfam 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 Polyfam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Polyfam habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Polyfam is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Polyfam will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Polyfam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Polyfam cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Polyfam
You can take Polyfam with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Polyfam
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Polyfam as it can have severe side effects.
No, Polyfam is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks the excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralized the stomach acid by coating the stomach.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of it. Please consult your doctor if feel excessive stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Rarely, Polyfam causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. If it persists or becomes severe after taking this drug then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Polyfam can be taken with omeprazole. They both work in different ways to reduce stomach acid production. If your symptoms are more severe then a combination of these two medicines will be beneficial. However, you must consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.
Take Polyfam as directed by your doctor. Do not take longer than prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience