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Amfect 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.
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Is the use of Amfect safe for pregnant women?
Amfect can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amfect safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Amfect for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Amfect on the Kidneys?
Amfect may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Amfect on the Liver?
Side effects of Amfect rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amfect on the Heart?
Amfect may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Amfect should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amfect unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amfect habit forming or addictive?
Amfect is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amfect will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Amfect is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Amfect is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amfect
It is safe to take Amfect with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amfect
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amfect and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Amfect can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Amfect is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Amfect will not produce desired results. If you are experiencing no symptomatic relief after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Amfect cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Amfect by combining the beta-lactam ring of penicillin with an amino group of this drug to form amide which is biologically inactive. For this reason Amfect should not be taken with penicillin. The chances of inactivation of this drug are higher in case of renal failure because in this case concentration of penicillin is higher in the kidney for a longer time as compared to the normal renal function.
Yes, Amfect has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after using this drug, discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Occasionally, Amfect can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in the vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
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References
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