Far is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Far has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Far. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Far also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Far as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Far are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Far's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Far's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Far related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Far since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Far are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Far have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Far, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Far 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Far is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Far safe for pregnant women?
Far is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Far safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Far. If you see any side effects, stop taking Far immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Far again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Far on the Kidneys?
Far does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Far on the Liver?
Far is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Far on the Heart?
You can take Far without any fear of damage to the heart.
Far should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Far unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Far habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Far has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Far as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Far is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Far cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Far
Taking Far with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Far
Taking Far with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Rarely, Far causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Far, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
Far may cause allergy in rare instances. An allergic reaction might lead to swelling of the face, development of a rash, throat tightness and difficulty in breathing. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately. He may stop Far for a while and examine you properly.
No, Far does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Far along with improper kidney function, might cause kidney damage. If you experience discoloration of urine ( symptoms of kidney damage) then immediately inform to doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely Far causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Yes, Far might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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