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Xenar 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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Xenar safe for pregnant women?
Xenar can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Xenar safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Xenar. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Xenar on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Xenar on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Xenar on the Liver?
Side effects of Xenar rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Xenar on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Xenar. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Xenar 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 Xenar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xenar habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xenar is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Xenar since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Xenar is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Xenar in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Xenar
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Xenar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xenar
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Xenar as it can have severe side effects.
Xenar is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Rarely, Xenar causes stomach cramps. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience severe stomach cramps after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.
Take Xenar as advised by your doctor. However, long-term use is not recommended because this medicine contains naproxen which belongs to the class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Use of Xenar for a long time can be associated with gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding. Hence take this medicine as prescribed do not exceed unnecessarily.
Xenar can be taken 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or milk to avoid nausea and other stomach related problem. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, peptic ulcer, and improper liver or kidney function. You should strictly take this drug if prescribed only.
Xenar contains naproxen (which is a pain-killer) that works by reversibly inhibiting enzymes (cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 also known as COX-1 and -2) which produces prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is presumed to be responsible for causing pain and inflammation in the body. Inhibition of these enzymes results in decreased synthesis of prostaglandins which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation caused by arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.
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