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Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Kidney Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet include Weakness, Sinus inflammation, Infection. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet 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(Female) |
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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 Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Afinitor should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Afinitor should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Afinitor 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 Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Afinitor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Afinitor may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Afinitor 5 Mg Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
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; Afinitor(everolimus)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 882