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Winflam is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Malaria. Winflam also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Winflam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Winflam have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Winflam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Winflam's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Winflam related warnings talks about Winflam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Winflam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Winflam in conditions like Porphyria. Other contraindications of Winflam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Winflam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Winflam is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Winflam 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 |
| Adult |
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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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Is the use of Winflam safe for pregnant women?
Winflam rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Winflam safe during breastfeeding?
Winflam may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Winflam, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Winflam.
What is the effect of Winflam on the Kidneys?
Winflam rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Winflam on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Winflam. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Winflam on the Heart?
Winflam may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Winflam 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 Winflam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Winflam habit forming or addictive?
Winflam is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Winflam since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Winflam only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Winflam for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Winflam
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Winflam together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Winflam
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Winflam with alcohol.
Rarely, Winflam causes fatigue. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is not known. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.
Oral tablet of Winflam should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, Winflam has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with G6PD deficiency, diabetes mellitus, and improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Winflam may cause anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Winflam is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Winflam works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how it works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.
Yes, Winflam is used to prevent and treat malaria caused by parasites Plasmodium species which are Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax. It is presumed that Winflam works by increasing pH in the acid vesicles of parasite which interferes in the parasite's ability to break down and digest hemoglobin. Malarial parasites need hemoglobin for growth and survival. This results in starvation and death of parasites.
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Plaquenil® (hydroxychloroquine sulfate)
