Hifen Az Information
Hifen Az is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Hifen Az have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Hifen Az depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Hifen Az include Nausea or vomiting, Injection Site Allergic Reaction. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hifen Az can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Hifen Az normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Hifen Az's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Hifen Az's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hifen Az related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Hifen Az have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Hifen Az have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Hifen Az is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Hifen Az Benefits & Uses
Hifen Az is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- COPD
- Pneumonia
- Tonsillitis
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Bacterial Infections
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Hifen Az 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Hifen Az Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hifen Az is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Bronchospasm
- Angioedema
- Hearing Loss
Moderate
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
- Erythema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Rash
- Headache
- पेट की गैस
- Dyspepsia
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Hifen Az Related Warnings
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Is the use of Hifen Az safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Hifen AZ safely.
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Is the use of Hifen Az safe during breastfeeding?
Hifen AZ is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Hifen Az on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Hifen AZ on kidney have been reported.
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What is the effect of Hifen Az on the Liver?
Hifen AZ has very mild side effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Hifen Az on the Heart?
Hifen AZ is rarely harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Hifen Az with Other Drugs
Hifen Az should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Hifen Az Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hifen Az unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Drug Allergy
- Drug Allergies
- Syphilis
- Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Jaundice
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Hifen Az
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Is this Hifen Az habit forming or addictive?
Hifen Az is not addictive in nature.
Hifen Az Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Hifen Az
You can take Hifen Az with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Hifen Az
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hifen Az with alcohol.
Frequently asked Questions about Hifen Az
Question about 7 years ago
How does Hifen AZ works?
Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician
Hifen AZ works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Question over 6 years ago
Is Hifen AZ good for tooth infection?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, Hifen AZ can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Question about 7 years ago
How to use Hifen AZ?
Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine
Hifen AZ can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I buy Hifen AZ over-the-counter?
Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine
No, you can not buy Hifen AZ over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Hifen AZ treat typhoid fever?
Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician
Yes Hifen AZ is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
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