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Niofine Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Nail Fungus. Niofine Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Niofine Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Niofine Tablet are Abdominal Pain, Headache, Flatulence. While these are the most often observed Niofine Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Niofine Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Niofine Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Niofine Tablet related warnings talks about Niofine Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Niofine Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Niofine Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Niofine Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Niofine 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Niofine Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Niofine without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Niofine Tablet 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 Tablet 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 Tablet 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 Tablet 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 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Niofine Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Niofine Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Niofine Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Niofine Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Niofine Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Niofine Tablet
You can take Niofine Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Niofine Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Niofine Tablet 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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