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Viknim S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Viknim S have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Viknim S depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Viknim S side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Viknim S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Viknim S's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Viknim S related warnings talks about Viknim S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Viknim S since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Viknim S contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Viknim S have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Viknim S, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Viknim S 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Viknim S safe for pregnant women?
Viknim S may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Viknim S, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Viknim S safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Viknim S. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Viknim S on the Kidneys?
Viknim S rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Viknim S on the Liver?
Viknim S has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Viknim S on the Heart?
Viknim S may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Viknim S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Viknim S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Viknim S habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Viknim S has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Viknim S
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Viknim S, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Viknim S
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Viknim S with alcohol.
Yes, Viknim S can cause renal failure If taken for a long time. It may lead to several renal dysfunctions such as tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, elevation in serum creatinine and renal failure. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you have any kidney disease.
Yes, you can take Viknim S for headache. It can provide you temporary relief. If your pain does not subside after taking 4 tablets of this Viknim S. Consult a doctor right away.
Viknim S is a painkiller, not an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat the short-lasting painful inflammatory conditions such as sports injuries, sinusitis, and other ear-nose-throat disorders, dental surgery, bursitis (Inflammation of the fluid-filled sac in the joints), lower backache, dysmenorrhoea (painful menstruation), post-operative pain, osteoarthritis, and fever.
No, Viknim S does not cause weight gain because of medication increase in cellular metabolism occur in skeletal muscles (voluntary muscle), due to uncoupling of oxidative phosphorylation (loss of coupling between respiration and ATP (adenosine triphosphate which stores energy) production.
No, Viknim S cannot be taken in stomach pain because Viknim S has adverse gastrointestinal effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 203-204