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Unifen Mr, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Unifen Mr also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Unifen Mr depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Unifen Mr as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Unifen Mr are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Unifen Mr is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Unifen Mr has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Unifen Mr related warnings section.
Unifen Mr can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Unifen Mr in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Other contraindications of Unifen Mr have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Unifen Mr have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Unifen Mr is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Unifen Mr 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 Unifen Mr safe for pregnant women?
Unifen MR can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Unifen MR, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Unifen Mr safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Unifen MR. Immediately discontinue Unifen MR if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Unifen Mr on the Kidneys?
Unifen MR rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Unifen Mr on the Liver?
Unifen MR has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Unifen Mr on the Heart?
Unifen MR is completely safe for the heart.
Unifen Mr should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unifen Mr unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unifen Mr habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Unifen Mr has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Unifen Mr
It is safe to take Unifen Mr with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unifen Mr
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Unifen Mr with alcohol.
Take Unifen MR as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Unifen MR can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Unifen MR can cause the blood to become less viscous (thin).
Unifen MR is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).
Yes, you can take Unifen MR for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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