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Asthafen Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma. Other than this, Asthafen Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Asthafen Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Asthafen Syrup also has some side effects, the most common being Agitation, Irritability, Insomnia. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Asthafen Syrup as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Asthafen Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Asthafen Syrup is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Asthafen Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Asthafen Syrup related warnings section.
Asthafen Syrup is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Epilepsy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Asthafen Syrup contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Asthafen Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Asthafen Syrup is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Asthafen Syrup 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Asthafen Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Asthafen has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Asthafen without medical advice.
Is the use of Asthafen Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Asthafen should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Asthafen Syrup on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Asthafen. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Asthafen Syrup on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Asthafen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Asthafen Syrup on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Asthafen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Asthafen Syrup 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 Asthafen Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Asthafen Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Asthafen Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Asthafen Syrup will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Asthafen Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Asthafen Syrup for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Asthafen Syrup
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Asthafen Syrup and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Asthafen Syrup
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Asthafen Syrup with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 229
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