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Parafortan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Parafortan have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Parafortan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Parafortan are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Parafortan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Parafortan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Parafortan's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Parafortan related warnings talks about Parafortan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Parafortan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Heart Attack as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Parafortan may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Parafortan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Parafortan 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
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Is the use of Parafortan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Parafortan has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Parafortan safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Parafortan for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Parafortan on the Kidneys?
Parafortan can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Parafortan on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Parafortan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Parafortan only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Parafortan on the Heart?
Parafortan can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Parafortan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Parafortan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Parafortan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Parafortan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Parafortan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Parafortan can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Parafortan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Parafortan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Parafortan
Taking Parafortan with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Parafortan
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Parafortan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Parafortan does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
Yes, Parafortan can cause the blood to become less viscous (thin).
Parafortan should be always taken with a light meal. You are advised not to take it on empty stomach.
No, Parafortan does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Parafortan has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
Yes, Parafortan can be given in a toothache generally tooth pain occur due to infection so preferably it should be taken with a combination of antibiotics. Please consult the dentist before taking this medication.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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