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Lofen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. Other than this, Lofen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lofen. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Lofen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Lofen normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Lofen's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Lofen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lofen related warnings section.
Lofen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke are examples of such conditions. The section on Lofen contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Lofen have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lofen is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lofen 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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lofen is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lofen safe for pregnant women?
Lofen can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Lofen safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lofen on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lofen on the Kidneys?
Effects of Lofen on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lofen on the Liver?
Lofen may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Lofen on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Lofen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Lofen 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 Lofen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lofen habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lofen.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lofen does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Lofen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lofen is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lofen
There is no information on the effects of taking Lofen with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lofen
Consuming Lofen with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Lofen does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
Lofen is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Lofen does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Lofen has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
Yes, you can take Lofen for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
No, Lofen is not banned in India. It has been approved by CDSCO.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience