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Dilofen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. Other than this, Dilofen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dilofen. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dilofen as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dilofen 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, Dilofen's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Dilofen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dilofen related warnings section.
Dilofen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dilofen in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Some other conditions that can be affected by Dilofen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Dilofen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Dilofen, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Dilofen 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.
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Is the use of Dilofen safe for pregnant women?
Dilofen should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dilofen safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Dilofen for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dilofen on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Dilofen can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Dilofen on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Dilofen on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Dilofen on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Dilofen. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Dilofen 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 Dilofen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dilofen habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dilofen.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Dilofen since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Dilofen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dilofen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Dilofen
There is no information on the effects of taking Dilofen with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dilofen
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dilofen as it can have severe side effects.
Dilofen works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
No, Dilofen does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
Yes, long-term use of Dilofen can cause renal failure. Do not take it without doctor's advice. Otherwise, It may lead to several kidney related problems.
Yes, Dilofen can be taken with tramadol. No harmful interactions have been reported. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects after taking these medicines at the same time, please consult your doctor.
Yes, you can take Dilofen for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
This medicine data has been created by -
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