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Zofen Sp, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Zofen Sp has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Zofen Sp depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Common side effects of Zofen Sp include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Such side effects of Zofen Sp normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Zofen Sp's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zofen Sp has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zofen Sp related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Heart Attack must refrain from the use of Zofen Sp since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Zofen Sp may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zofen Sp is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zofen Sp 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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Zofen Sp safe for pregnant women?
Zofen Sp should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zofen Sp safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zofen Sp. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zofen Sp on the Kidneys?
Zofen Sp can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Zofen Sp on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Zofen Sp. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zofen Sp only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zofen Sp on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Zofen Sp. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Zofen Sp 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 Zofen Sp unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zofen Sp habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zofen Sp has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zofen Sp. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Zofen Sp should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zofen Sp is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zofen Sp
There is no information on the effects of taking Zofen Sp with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zofen Sp
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Zofen Sp with alcohol.
Zofen Sp is a pain relieving medicine. One should take as long as he/she has been recommended to take. However, sometimes even after symptomatic relief your doctor may ask you to continue with medication to reduce inflammations in the body.
Zofen Sp is a brand name for aceclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
Zofen Sp preferably taken with a light meal. It can be taken once or twice a day or more as your doctor has prescribed it.
No, Zofen Sp 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.
No, Zofen Sp is not safe for the diabetic patient, may cause harmful effects on them. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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