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Elzefen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Elzefen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Elzefen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Elzefen include Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Elzefen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Elzefen 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.
Elzefen's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Elzefen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Elzefen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Elzefen in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders. Other contraindications of Elzefen have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Elzefen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Elzefen is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Elzefen 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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Elzefen safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Elzefen will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Elzefen safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Elzefen in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Elzefen is unavailable.
What is the effect of Elzefen on the Kidneys?
Elzefen may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Elzefen on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Elzefen. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Elzefen only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Elzefen on the Heart?
Side effects of Elzefen rarely affect the heart.
Elzefen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elzefen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elzefen habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Elzefen has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Elzefen
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Elzefen together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elzefen
Taking alcohol with Elzefen can be dangerous.
Elzefen preferably taken with a light meal. It can be taken once or twice a day or more as your doctor has prescribed it.
Elzefen works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Yes, Elzefen can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
Take Elzefen as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Elzefen is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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