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Norfagyl is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Norfagyl have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Norfagyl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Norfagyl also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Norfagyl as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Norfagyl are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Norfagyl's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Norfagyl has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Norfagyl related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy must refrain from the use of Norfagyl since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Norfagyl contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Norfagyl have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Norfagyl is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Norfagyl 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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Is the use of Norfagyl safe for pregnant women?
Norfagyl may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Norfagyl again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Norfagyl safe during breastfeeding?
Norfagyl should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Norfagyl on the Kidneys?
Norfagyl rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Norfagyl on the Liver?
Side effects of Norfagyl on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Norfagyl on the Heart?
You can take Norfagyl without any fear of damage to the heart.
Norfagyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Norfagyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Norfagyl habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Norfagyl has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Norfagyl
Taking certain foods and Norfagyl together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Norfagyl
Information about the interaction of Norfagyl and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Norfagyl can cause stomach upset, abdominal cramps, constipation, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after taking this drug.
Yes, Norfagyl may be carcinogenic (cancer-causing) if taken beyond prescribed dosage. As per FDA reports, it has shown cancer-causing properties in rats and mice in clinical trials. Therefore, take this medicine strictly as per instructions and do not use it unnecessarily.
Yes, Norfagyl is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and constipation.
Yes, Norfagyl is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections.
No, Norfagyl does not cause high blood pressure (hypertension). However, if you are in doubt you can discuss with your doctor to find out the exact reason behind high blood pressure.
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