Lafaxid Information

Lafaxid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Lafaxid have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Lafaxid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Lafaxid include Constipation, Diarrhoea, Rash. While these are the most often observed Lafaxid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lafaxid 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lafaxid is Unknown for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lafaxid has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lafaxid related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Lafaxid have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Lafaxid may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lafaxid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Lafaxid Benefits & Uses
Lafaxid Dosage & How to Take
Lafaxid Side Effects
Lafaxid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lafaxid with Other Drugs
Lafaxid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lafaxid
Lafaxid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lafaxid Benefits & Uses

Lafaxid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Peptic Ulcer

Other Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD

Lafaxid 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
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Lafaxid Related Warnings

Is the use of Lafaxid safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Lafaxid on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Lafaxid safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Lafaxid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lafaxid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Lafaxid on the Kidneys?

Lafaxid rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lafaxid on the Liver?

Lafaxid may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lafaxid on the Heart?

Lafaxid is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lafaxid with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Atazanavir

Cefpodoxime

Lafaxid Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lafaxid

Is this Lafaxid habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lafaxid.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lafaxid. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lafaxid only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Lafaxid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lafaxid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lafaxid

There is no information on the effects of taking Lafaxid with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lafaxid

Information about the interaction of Lafaxid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown