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Elfate Information

Elfate, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Elfate have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Elfate is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Elfate include Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Elfate as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Elfate go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Elfate has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Elfate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Elfate related warnings section.

Elfate can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Elfate in conditions like Diabetes. The section on Elfate contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Elfate may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Elfate, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.


Elfate Benefits & Uses

Elfate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Elfate 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:
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: swish and spit or swish and swallow as per doctor guidance

Elfate Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Elfate is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

Elfate Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Elfate safe for pregnant women?


    The effects of Elfate on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Elfate safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Elfate for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Elfate on the Kidneys?


    Elfate has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Elfate on the Liver?


    Using Elfate does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Elfate on the Heart?


    Using Elfate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Elfate with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild


Elfate Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Elfate

  • Is this Elfate habit forming or addictive?


    Elfate does not cause addiction.

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


    After taking Elfate you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Elfate should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Elfate in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Elfate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Elfate


    Taking Elfate with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Elfate


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Elfate.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155

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