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Noxafil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Fungal Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Noxafil have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Noxafil. 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.
Some other side effects of Noxafil have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Noxafil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Noxafil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Noxafil related warnings talks about Noxafil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Noxafil contraindications section.
Additionally, Noxafil may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Noxafil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Noxafil 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Noxafil is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Noxafil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Noxafil. It is best to stop taking Noxafil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Noxafil safe during breastfeeding?
Noxafil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Noxafil on the Kidneys?
Noxafil 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 Noxafil on the Liver?
Side effects of Noxafil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Noxafil on the Heart?
Noxafil is rarely harmful for the heart.
Noxafil 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 Noxafil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Noxafil habit forming or addictive?
Noxafil does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Noxafil as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Noxafil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Noxafil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Noxafil
Taking Noxafil with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Noxafil
Consuming Noxafil with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noxafil® (posaconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 795
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1037-1038
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