Surfaz Sn, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Surfaz Sn also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Surfaz Sn. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Surfaz Sn also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Surfaz Sn as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Surfaz Sn normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Surfaz Sn has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Surfaz Sn has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Surfaz Sn related warnings section.
Surfaz Sn is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Surfaz Sn are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Surfaz Sn have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Surfaz Sn is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Surfaz Sn 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Surfaz Sn is used -
Common
Is the use of Surfaz Sn safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Surfaz Sn safely.
Is the use of Surfaz Sn safe during breastfeeding?
Surfaz Sn does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Surfaz Sn on the Kidneys?
Surfaz Sn is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Surfaz Sn on the Liver?
Surfaz Sn is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Surfaz Sn on the Heart?
Surfaz Sn is completely safe for the heart.
Surfaz Sn 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 Surfaz Sn unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Surfaz Sn habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Surfaz Sn is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Surfaz Sn will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Surfaz Sn only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Surfaz Sn cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Surfaz Sn
Taking Surfaz Sn with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Surfaz Sn
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Surfaz Sn and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, long-term use of Surfaz Sn may cause low potassium level in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
Yes, Surfaz Sn can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises the blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking Surfaz Sn.
Yes, Surfaz Sn can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Surfaz Sn comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Surfaz Sn. A topical form of this drug (Cream, Ointment) should be applied gently on affected area 1 - 2 times daily as directed by the doctor.
Surfaz Sn works by suppressing the body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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