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Safeact Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Safeact Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Safeact Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Safeact Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Safeact Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Safeact Tablet 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 Safeact Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Safeact Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Safeact Tablet related warnings section.
Safeact Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Safeact Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Safeact Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Safeact Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Safeact Tablet 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 Safeact Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Safeact. It is best to stop taking Safeact immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Safeact Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Safeact may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Safeact, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Safeact.
What is the effect of Safeact Tablet on the Kidneys?
Safeact may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Safeact Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Safeact. 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 Safeact Tablet on the Heart?
Safeact is rarely harmful for the heart.
Safeact Tablet 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 Safeact Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safeact Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Safeact Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Safeact Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Safeact Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Safeact Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Safeact Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Safeact Tablet
Taking Safeact Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safeact Tablet
Taking Safeact Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rarely Safeact causes drowsiness. However, if you experience drowsiness after taking this medicine do not indulge in activities which include driving, operating heavy machinery. You are advised to take rest and if need be ask your doctor for some other drug options.
Safeact 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.
No, Safeact cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Safeact is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Safeact and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
Yes, Safeact 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.
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
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