Safedrox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Safedrox have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Safedrox is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Safedrox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Safedrox 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, Safedrox's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Safedrox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Safedrox related warnings section.
The section on Safedrox contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Safedrox may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Safedrox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Safedrox 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Safedrox safe for pregnant women?
Safedrox is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Safedrox safe during breastfeeding?
Safedrox is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Safedrox on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Safedrox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Safedrox on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Safedrox on the liver.
What is the effect of Safedrox on the Heart?
Safedrox is completely safe for the heart.
Safedrox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safedrox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safedrox habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Safedrox.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Safedrox as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Safedrox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Safedrox in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Safedrox
It is safe to take Safedrox with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safedrox
You may consume alcohol while taking Safedrox. But caution is still important.
No, Safedrox does not cause constipation. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it.
Yes, Safedrox can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Safedrox along with ibuprofen.
Yes, Safedrox might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
No, Safedrox does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Safedrox is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Take Safedrox as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
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References
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