Synflorix is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Pneumococcal Disease are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Synflorix have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Synflorix depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Synflorix can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Synflorix are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Synflorix has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Synflorix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Synflorix is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Fever, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Synflorix are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Synflorix may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Synflorix, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Synflorix 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Synflorix is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Synflorix safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Synflorix without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Synflorix safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Synflorix on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Synflorix on the Kidneys?
Synflorix does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Synflorix on the Liver?
Synflorix does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Synflorix on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Synflorix on the heart have been reported.
Synflorix should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Synflorix unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Synflorix habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Synflorix has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Synflorix will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Synflorix only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Synflorix cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Synflorix
Taking Synflorix with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Synflorix
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Synflorix and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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; Prevnar13 (Pneumococcal 13-valent Conjugate Vaccine [Diphtheria CRM197 Protein])
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1429