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Gexofen Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Gexofen Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Gexofen Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Gexofen Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gexofen Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gexofen Tablet 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.
Gexofen Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Gexofen Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gexofen Tablet related warnings section.
Gexofen Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Gexofen Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Gexofen Tablet 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 Gexofen Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Gexofen Tablet 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 Gexofen Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Gexofen can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gexofen, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gexofen Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Gexofen can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Gexofen Tablet on the Kidneys?
Gexofen rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gexofen Tablet on the Liver?
Gexofen is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Gexofen Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Gexofen on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gexofen Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gexofen Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Gexofen Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gexofen Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gexofen Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gexofen Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gexofen Tablet
Taking Gexofen Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gexofen Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gexofen Tablet with alcohol.
Yes, it is safe to use the Gexofen for as long as it is prescribed by a doctor. However, in some people it may cause some adverse reactions in which case, they should immediately speak to their doctor.
Yes, Gexofen can cause bleeding problems, ulcers, and perforation in stomach and intestine. These complications might develop during any phase of the treatment without warning symptoms. The risk may be aggravated for people who consume NSAIDs for a long period of time, who are elderly, who have poor health and who drink alcohol while taking Gexofen. It is important that you talk to your doctor if you ever had ulcers or any kind of bleeding disorders. Talk to your doctor immediately if you start developing symptoms like vomiting with blood, bloody stools, heartburn, and stomach pain
Gexofen is available in the form of a tablet, chewable tablet, suspension and drops, and syrup. Prescription Gexofen is taken every 4 to 6 hours for arthritis and pain. Adults and children older than 12 years may take non-prescription Gexofen every 4 to 6 hours. Children and infants may be given Gexofen every 6 to 8 hours. It is important to take Gexofen with food or milk so as to prevent stomach upset. If you are taking Gexofen every day, remember to take it at the same time. Gexofen is also available in combination with other drugs for treating cold and cough. If you have prescribed a combination containing Gexofen, do not take any non-prescription drug containing Gexofen as it might cause overdosage. Shake the drops and suspensions well before use.
Yes, Gexofen is safe to be used in children. It is the only drug which is approved to be used in children over 3 months of age. It has a good tolerability profile in children because of which it is used for the management of inflammation, mild pains, and fever in them. The pediatrician will direct you the correct dose and way to give it to your child.
Yes, the risk of a heart disease increases with the intake of Gexofen, especially during a long-term use, in comparison to those people who do not use Gexofen. The drug should be avoided if you have had a history heart attack or cardiac ailments. You must inform your doctor if someone in your family had a heart attack or a stroke, if you smoke, or if you have ever had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Call for the emergency help right away if you experience slurred speech, shortness of breath, chest pain or weakness in one side of the body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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