Efatop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Lotion. Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Efatop have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Efatop. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Efatop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Efatop 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.
It is also important to note that Efatop has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Efatop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Efatop related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Efatop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Efatop have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Efatop is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Efatop 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Efatop is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Efatop safe for pregnant women?
Efatop shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Efatop safe during breastfeeding?
Efatop may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Efatop, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Efatop.
What is the effect of Efatop on the Kidneys?
Efatop has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Efatop on the Liver?
Efatop has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Efatop on the Heart?
You can take Efatop without any fear of damage to the heart.
Efatop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efatop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efatop habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Efatop is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Efatop as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Efatop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Efatop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Efatop
Taking Efatop with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efatop
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Efatop with alcohol will be.
Yes, Efatop can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Yes, Efatop is safe to use, if it is used in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as metallic taste, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, oral Efatop can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Efatop along with diphenhydramine if the dose of this drug does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Efatop can treat strep. It is used in the treatment of strep throat (pharyngitis) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Since it is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take this drug by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Efatop can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Efatop contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.
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