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Afen P is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Afen P have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Afen P. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Afen P also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Afen P can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Afen P normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Afen P is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Afen P has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Afen P related warnings section.
Afen P is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Afen P have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Afen P have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Afen P, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afen P is used -
Common
Is the use of Afen P safe for pregnant women?
Afen P can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Afen P, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Afen P safe during breastfeeding?
Afen P 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 Afen P on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Afen P. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Afen P on the Liver?
Afen P can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Afen P on the Heart?
Afen P is rarely harmful for the heart.
Afen P should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afen P unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afen P habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Afen P has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Afen P. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Afen P is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Afen P is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Afen P
It is safe to take Afen P with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afen P
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Afen P as it can have severe side effects.
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