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Faxicad is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Secondary and off-label uses of Faxicad have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Faxicad depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Faxicad also has some side effects, the most common being Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Faxicad as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Faxicad are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Faxicad's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Faxicad has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Faxicad related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Faxicad have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Faxicad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Faxicad is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Faxicad 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Faxicad safe for pregnant women?
Faxicad shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Faxicad safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Faxicad may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Faxicad should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Faxicad on the Kidneys?
Faxicad is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Faxicad on the Liver?
Faxicad is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Faxicad on the Heart?
You can take Faxicad without any fear of damage to the heart.
Faxicad 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 Faxicad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Faxicad habit forming or addictive?
Faxicad is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Faxicad since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Faxicad only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Faxicad for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Faxicad
Taking Faxicad with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Faxicad
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Faxicad.
Discontinuing Faxicad on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Faxicad can be taken 2 -3 times a day by mouth or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food as the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver function.
Yes, Faxicad is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D). It has been found very effective for IBS-D. Faxicad is given three times a day up to 14 days in patients of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea.
Yes, Faxicad can be taken with amoxicillin. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amoxicillin then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Usually, Faxicad is given for short-term treatment 2 -14 days which might vary depending on the patient's medical condition. Take Faxicad as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid bacterial resistance.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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