Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Anafortan Syrup
Description:
Anafortan Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.
Anafortan Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are dryness in mouth, constipation, blurred vision, and increased heart rate. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.
Earlier taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Anafortan
- Dryness in mouth
- Constipation
- Blurred vision
- Increased heart rate
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Anafortan Syrup.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Anafortan Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Anafortan Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Anafortan Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Anafortan Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Anafortan Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Anafortan Syrup contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
Anafortan Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Anafortan Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Anafortan Syrup is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
FAQs:
Q. Can the use of Anafortan Syrup cause damage to liver?
Anafortan Syrup contains Paracetamol. Highly high doses of this medicine is known to harm the liver. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Employ of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes and abnormal liver enzymes.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Anafortan Syrup?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Anafortan Syrup. Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of serious side effects caused by Anafortan Syrup.
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Anafortan Syrup?
Retain this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.