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Takfenac is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Eye Pain. The alternative uses of Takfenac have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Takfenac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Takfenac can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Takfenac go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Takfenac has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Takfenac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma must refrain from the use of Takfenac since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Takfenac contraindications section.
Besides this, Takfenac may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Takfenac, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Takfenac 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
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Is the use of Takfenac safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Takfenac during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Takfenac safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Takfenac. Immediately discontinue Takfenac if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Takfenac on the Kidneys?
Takfenac does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Takfenac on the Liver?
Takfenac may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Takfenac on the Heart?
Takfenac has very mild side effects on the heart.
Takfenac 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 Takfenac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Takfenac habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Takfenac.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Takfenac will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Takfenac, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Takfenac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Takfenac
Taking Takfenac with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Takfenac
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Takfenac.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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