Hifenac 200 SR Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. Hifenac 200 SR Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Hifenac 200 SR Tablet include Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Hifenac 200 SR Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Hifenac 200 SR Tablet related warnings talks about Hifenac 200 SR Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders must refrain from the use of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Hifenac 200 SR Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Hifenac 200 SR Tablet 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hifenac 200 SR Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Hifenac. If you are pregnant, do not take Hifenac without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Hifenac may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Hifenac should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet on the Kidneys?
Hifenac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet on the Liver?
Hifenac 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 Hifenac 200 SR Tablet on the Heart?
Hifenac may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Hifenac 200 SR Tablet 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 Hifenac 200 SR Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hifenac 200 SR Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Hifenac 200 SR Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Hifenac 200 SR Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Hifenac 200 SR Tablet is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Hifenac 200 SR Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Hifenac 200 SR Tablet
Taking Hifenac 200 SR Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hifenac 200 SR Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Hifenac 200 SR Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Rarely Hifenac causes drowsiness. However, if you experience drowsiness after taking this medicine do not indulge in activities which include driving, operating heavy machinery. You are advised to take rest and if need be ask your doctor for some other drug options.
Yes, Hifenac is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Hifenac preferably taken with a light meal. It can be taken once or twice a day or more as your doctor has prescribed it.
Hifenac works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Hifenac is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patient's to take this drug unnessacarily without doctor's advise.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204