Femella

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Femella Information

Femella, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Femella has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Femella depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Femella can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Femella normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Femella's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Femella's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Femella related warnings section.

Femella is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Femella are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Femella may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Femella is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Femella Benefits & Uses

Femella is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Femella Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: High Cholesterol
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given at evening
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Cholesterol
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given at evening
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given at evening
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given to 10 years old patients at evening


Femella Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Femella is used -

Severe

  • Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
  • Allergic reaction
  • Increased level of Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) in the blood

Moderate

Mild

  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dyspepsia
  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट की गैस

Femella Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Femella safe for pregnant women?


    Femella shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Femella safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Femella. If you see any side effects, stop taking Femella immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Femella again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Femella on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Femella. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Femella on the Liver?


    Femella can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Femella on the Heart?


    Femella may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Femella with Other Drugs

Femella should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Femella Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Femella unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Femella

  • Is this Femella habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Femella has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Femella does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Femella should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Femella in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Femella Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Femella


    Femella may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Femella


    Taking Femella with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zocor (simvastatin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 377

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650

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