Efamat Information

Efamat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Other than this, Efamat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Efamat. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Efamat include Fever, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Efamat can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Efamat normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Efamat's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Efamat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Efamat related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Efamat contraindications section.

Additionally, Efamat may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Efamat is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Efamat Benefits & Uses
Efamat Dosage & How to Take
Efamat Side Effects
Efamat Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Efamat with Other Drugs
Efamat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Efamat
Efamat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Efamat Benefits & Uses

Efamat is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Efamat Dosage & How to Take

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

Efamat Related Warnings

Is the use of Efamat safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Efamat. If you are pregnant, do not take Efamat without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Efamat safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Efamat as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Efamat on the Kidneys?

Efamat does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Efamat on the Liver?

Efamat is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Efamat on the Heart?

Efamat may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Efamat with Other Drugs

Efamat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Efamat Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efamat unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Heart Disease
High Cholesterol

Frequently asked Questions about Efamat

Is this Efamat habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Efamat has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Efamat as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Efamat should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Efamat for mental disorders.

No

Efamat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Efamat

Taking Efamat with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Efamat

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Efamat as it can have severe side effects.

Severe