Safeguard Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Safeguard Information

Safeguard is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Safeguard have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Safeguard 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Safeguard as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Safeguard normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Safeguard's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Safeguard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Safeguard can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Safeguard in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Some other conditions that can be affected by Safeguard are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Safeguard may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Safeguard is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Safeguard Benefits & Uses

Safeguard is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Safeguard 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
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Diclofenac (50 mg) Misoprostol (200 mcg)
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Diclofenac (50 mg) Misoprostol (200 mcg)

Safeguard Related Warnings

Is the use of Safeguard safe for pregnant women?

Safeguard has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Safeguard without medical advice.
Is the use of Safeguard safe during breastfeeding?

Safeguard can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Safeguard on the Kidneys?

Safeguard may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Safeguard on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Safeguard. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Safeguard on the Heart?

Safeguard 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.

Severe Interaction of Safeguard with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Naproxen

Safeguard Contraindications

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

Edema
Stomach Infection
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Skin Rash
Heart Attack
Stroke
Asthma
Anemia
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Allergy
Dehydration
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Safeguard

Is this Safeguard habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Safeguard is addictive.

Safeguard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Safeguard

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Safeguard, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safeguard

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Safeguard with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Safeguard

Question over 4 years ago

Is Safeguard banned in india?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Safeguard is not banned in India. It has been approved by CDSCO.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Safeguard thin the blood ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Safeguard can cause the blood to become less viscous (thin).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Safeguard cause weight gain?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Safeguard does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Safeguard without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Safeguard 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Safeguard be used for toothache?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Safeguard can be given in a toothache generally tooth pain occur due to infection so preferably it should be taken with a combination of antibiotics. Please consult the dentist before taking this medication.