Lefno 10 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Lefno 10 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lefno 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Lefno 10 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Lefno 10 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lefno 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lefno 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Peripheral Neuropathy, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lefno 10 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Lefno 10 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Lefno 10 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lefno 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main 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 Lefno 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lefno 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Lefno should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Lefno 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Lefno may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lefno should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Lefno 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lefno may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lefno 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Lefno can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lefno 10 Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Lefno. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Lefno 10 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 Lefno 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lefno 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lefno 10 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lefno 10 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lefno 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lefno 10 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lefno 10 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Lefno 10 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lefno 10 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lefno 10 Tablet with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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