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Fico is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. Fico 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 Fico. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Fico are Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fico can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fico 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.
In addition, Fico's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Fico's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fico related warnings section.
Fico can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fico in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fico contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Fico with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fico is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Fico 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fico is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fico safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fico. If you are pregnant, do not take Fico without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fico safe during breastfeeding?
Fico may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fico on the Kidneys?
Fico rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fico on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Fico. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Fico on the Heart?
Fico may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Fico should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fico unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fico habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fico.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fico will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Fico, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fico for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fico
It is safe to take Fico with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fico
Drinking alcohol while taking Fico may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Take Fico as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Fico 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.
Yes, Fico causes gastritis. Less frequently, gastritis has been reported. However, if you experience severe gastritis after consuming this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely Fico causes drowsiness. However, if you experience drowsiness after taking this medicine do not indulge in activities which include driving, operating heavy machinery. You are advised to take rest and if need be ask your doctor for some other drug options.
Yes, Fico is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience