Afzone S is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Afzone S also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Afzone S depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Afzone S include Diarrhoea, Rash, Allergic reaction. Some other side effects of Afzone S have been listed ahead. These side effects of Afzone S are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Afzone S's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Afzone S related warnings talks about Afzone S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Afzone S can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Afzone S in conditions like Allergy.
Drug reaction of Afzone S with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Afzone S is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Afzone S 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afzone S is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Afzone S safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Afzone S in pregnant women.
Is the use of Afzone S safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Afzone S as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Afzone S on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Afzone S on kidney, information on safety of Afzone S for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Afzone S on the Liver?
Afzone S 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.
What is the effect of Afzone S on the Heart?
Side effects of Afzone S on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Afzone S 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 Afzone S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afzone S habit forming or addictive?
Afzone S does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Afzone S you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Afzone S only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Afzone S in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Afzone S
Taking Afzone S with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afzone S
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Afzone S with alcohol.
Yes, Afzone S can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Afzone S can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Occasionally Afzone S can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Afzone S is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Afzone S does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
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