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Fegan is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Fegan have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Fegan 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Fegan have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Fegan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Fegan's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fegan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fegan related warnings section.
Fegan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Fegan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Fegan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fegan is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Fegan 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 Fegan safe for pregnant women?
Fegan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Fegan without medical advice.
Is the use of Fegan safe during breastfeeding?
Fegan has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fegan on the Kidneys?
Effects of Fegan on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fegan on the Liver?
Fegan may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Fegan on the Heart?
Fegan can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Fegan 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 Fegan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fegan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fegan.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Fegan since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Fegan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fegan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fegan
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Fegan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fegan
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Fegan as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Fegan can be used in a migraine. Diclofenac and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. But you are recommended to consult a doctor for the right medication.
No, Fegan does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Fegan has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
Fegan works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
Yes, you can take Fegan for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
No, Fegan does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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