Hedfree is used to treat the following -
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hedfree is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Hedfree safe for pregnant women?
Hedfree can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Hedfree right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Hedfree safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Hedfree as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Hedfree on the Kidneys?
Hedfree may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hedfree on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Hedfree on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Hedfree on the Heart?
Hedfree may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Hedfree should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hedfree unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hedfree habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Hedfree.
Interaction between Food and Hedfree
Taking Hedfree with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hedfree
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Hedfree and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Hedfree can be taken for gout since it contains naproxen that belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) which possess anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain-killer) activity. It is ideally used for prevention of the pain and inflammation caused by arthritis, gout, and ankylosing spondylitis. Hedfree is a prescription drug, you are advised to discuss with your doctor before taking it by yourself.
Hedfree can be taken 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or milk to avoid nausea and other stomach related problem. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, peptic ulcer, and improper liver or kidney function. You should strictly take this drug if prescribed only.
Take Hedfree as advised by your doctor. However, long-term use is not recommended because this medicine contains naproxen which belongs to the class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Use of Hedfree for a long time can be associated with gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding. Hence take this medicine as prescribed do not exceed unnecessarily.
Yes, Hedfree can cause bleeding and ulceration if taken for a long time. Do not take it longer duration than prescribed by your doctor also do not eat spicy and fried food. However, if you experience severe bleeding after consuming this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor without further delay.
No, Hedfree should not be discontinued without doctors advice. Since it is a prescription drug, you are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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