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Eleflu, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Eleflu also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Eleflu. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Eleflu side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Eleflu go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Eleflu is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Eleflu related warnings talks about Eleflu's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Eleflu contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Eleflu 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 Eleflu is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Eleflu is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Eleflu safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Eleflu. It is best to stop taking Eleflu immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Eleflu safe during breastfeeding?
Eleflu may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Eleflu on the Kidneys?
Eleflu may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eleflu on the Liver?
Eleflu may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Eleflu on the Heart?
Eleflu is rarely harmful for the heart.
Eleflu should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eleflu unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eleflu habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Eleflu. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Eleflu, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Eleflu can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Eleflu should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Eleflu can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eleflu
Taking Eleflu with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eleflu
Taking alcohol with Eleflu can be dangerous.
Eleflu is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Eleflu is safe to use. Your doctor recommends this drug depending upon your condition and extends the medicine course further if you require it. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed.
Yes, Eleflu can cause weight fluctuations. Weight fluctuations is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience weight fluctuations after taking Eleflu, discuss with your healthcare provider and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Eleflu is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration. However, there are few side effects which have been observed at a therapeutic dose level such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, depression, hallucination, shortness of breath, seizure, confusion, memory loss, unusual changes in behavior, and problems with coordination or balance.
Yes, Eleflu causes drowsiness and dizziness. It is a common side effect associated with it. However, if you experience severe drowsiness and dizziness after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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