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Fortran Benefits & Uses

Fortran is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Rheumatic Pain
Pain

Other Benefits

Fortran 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

Fortran Related Warnings

Is the use of Fortran safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fortran. If you are pregnant, do not take Fortran without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fortran safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Fortran as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Fortran on the Kidneys?

Effects of Fortran on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Fortran on the Liver?

Fortran may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Fortran on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Fortran. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Fortran with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Ramipril

Adefovir

Fortran Contraindications

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

Edema
Stomach Infection
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Skin Rash
Heart Attack
Stroke
Asthma
Anemia
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Peptic Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Fortran

Is this Fortran habit forming or addictive?

Fortran is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Fortran since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Fortran 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, the use of Fortran in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Fortran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fortran

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Fortran together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fortran

Taking Fortran with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Fortran

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Fortran without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Fortran is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Fortran for headache?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Fortran for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Fortran cause sleepiness ?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Fortran does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Fortran has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Fortran in migraine?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Fortran can be used in a migraine. Diclofenac and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. But you are recommended to consult a doctor for the right medication.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Fortran?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Fortran is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).