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Pfd-Sr 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Pfd-Sr safe for pregnant women?
Pfd-Sr shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Pfd-Sr safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Pfd-Sr. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Pfd-Sr on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pfd-Sr. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pfd-Sr on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pfd-Sr. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pfd-Sr on the Heart?
Pfd-Sr may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Pfd-Sr 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 Pfd-Sr unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pfd-Sr habit forming or addictive?
Pfd-Sr does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pfd-Sr can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pfd-Sr only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pfd-Sr in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pfd-Sr
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Pfd-Sr and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pfd-Sr
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pfd-Sr and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Avoid taking Pfd-Sr with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.
This is because long-term use of Pfd-Sr can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acids which are required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Rarely Pfd-Sr causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Take Pfd-Sr as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.
Pfd-Sr should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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