Niofine Dusting Powder is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Powder. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. The alternative uses of Niofine Dusting Powder have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Niofine Dusting Powder 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Niofine Dusting Powder also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. Some other side effects of Niofine Dusting Powder have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Niofine Dusting Powder 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 Niofine Dusting Powder has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Niofine Dusting Powder's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Niofine Dusting Powder related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Niofine Dusting Powder have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Niofine Dusting Powder may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Niofine Dusting Powder is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Niofine Dusting Powder 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.
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Is the use of Niofine Dusting Powder safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Niofine without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Niofine Dusting Powder safe during breastfeeding?
Niofine may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Niofine Dusting Powder on the Kidneys?
Niofine can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Niofine Dusting Powder on the Liver?
Niofine 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 Niofine Dusting Powder on the Heart?
Niofine is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Niofine Dusting Powder unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Niofine Dusting Powder habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Niofine Dusting Powder.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Niofine Dusting Powder as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Niofine Dusting Powder only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Niofine Dusting Powder in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Niofine Dusting Powder
You can take Niofine Dusting Powder with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Niofine Dusting Powder
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Niofine Dusting Powder with alcohol will be.
Niofine and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please take if prescribed by a doctor only do not self-medicate.
No, Niofine does not affect the sperm count in males, however, if you're experiencing any reproductive disorder after taking this medication, please inform your doctor.
Yes, Niofine can sometimes affect the liver by increasing the secretion of liver enzymes which can damage the liver cells. Rare cases of serious hepatotoxicity (liver damage), including liver failure have been reported. Hence a routine liver function test should be conducted when taking this drug for a long time.
Niofine works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus. Hence, in this way, it kills fungus and protect us from infection.
Niofine can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food and avoid caffeine intake while on medicine. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection. The topical form of medicine should be applied to the affected area twice daily or as adviced by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.
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