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Unifen is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Unifen have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Unifen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Unifen include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. These side effects of Unifen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Unifen's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Unifen related warnings talks about Unifen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Heart Attack must refrain from the use of Unifen since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Unifen with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Unifen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Unifen 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 Unifen safe for pregnant women?
Unifen has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Unifen without medical advice.
Is the use of Unifen safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Unifen. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Unifen on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Unifen. 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 Unifen on the Liver?
Unifen may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Unifen on the Heart?
Unifen can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Unifen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unifen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unifen habit forming or addictive?
Unifen 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 Unifen can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Unifen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Unifen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Unifen
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Unifen and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unifen
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Unifen and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Unifen is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Unifen 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, Unifen is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, [medicine] 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.
No, Unifen is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Unifen and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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