Favros 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 Favros safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Favros. If you are pregnant, do not take Favros without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Favros safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Favros for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Favros on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Favros. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Favros on the Liver?
Favros 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.
What is the effect of Favros on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Favros on the heart have been reported.
Favros should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Favros unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Favros habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Favros.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Favros as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Favros only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Favros is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Favros
Some foods when eaten with Favros can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Favros
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Favros as it can have severe side effects.
No, Favros is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, use of Favros may cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe memory loss after taking this drug, then do not hesitate to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Favros has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Favros comes in the form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
No, Favros does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting, in the middle and after using this drug.
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