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Affecon Information

Affecon is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Affecon also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Affecon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Affecon are Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Affecon side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Affecon are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Affecon's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Affecon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Affecon is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Affecon have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

You should also be aware that Affecon is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Affecon Benefits & Uses

Affecon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sprain
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pain
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)
Headache

Affecon 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Affecon Related Warnings

Is the use of Affecon safe for pregnant women?

Affecon can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Affecon, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Affecon safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Affecon. If you see any side effects, stop taking Affecon immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Affecon again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Affecon on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Affecon. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Affecon on the Liver?

Affecon may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Affecon on the Heart?

Affecon has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Affecon with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Lithium

Digoxin

Leflunomide

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Citalopram

Losartan

Unknown

Ibuprofen

Affecon Contraindications

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

Ulcer
Allergy
Heart Failure
Hepatic Encephalopathy
Peptic Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Affecon

Is this Affecon habit forming or addictive?

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

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Affecon. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Affecon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Affecon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Affecon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Affecon

It is safe to take Affecon with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Affecon

Consumption of alcohol and Affecon together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Affecon

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Affecon with antihistamine drug?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Affecon can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Affecon without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Affecon is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patient's to take this drug unnessacarily without doctor's advise.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Affecon for headache?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Affecon can be taken for relieving symptoms of a headache. However, there are better medicines available for treating headache effectively.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Affecon with antihypertensive (BP) drug ?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not take Affecon with the antihypertensive drugs because it reduces the effects of the antihypertensive medicine. However, if you experience any sign and symptoms of an adverse reaction after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Affecon safe for diabetics?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Affecon is not safe for the diabetic patient, may cause harmful effects on them. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.