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Fevastin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Fevastin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Fevastin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fevastin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Fevastin 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, Fevastin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fevastin related warnings talks about Fevastin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Fevastin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fevastin contraindications section.
Additionally, Fevastin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fevastin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Fevastin 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 Fevastin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Fevastin without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Fevastin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Fevastin.
What is the effect of Fevastin on the Kidneys?
Fevastin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fevastin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Fevastin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Fevastin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Fevastin on the heart have been reported.
Fevastin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fevastin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fevastin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fevastin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Fevastin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Fevastin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fevastin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fevastin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Fevastin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fevastin
Taking Fevastin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can use Fevastin in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Fevastin. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.
No harmful interactions have been reported between Fevastin and codeine. Do not take it until and unless prescribed. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant medicinal side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, and tremors after taking Fevastin. Inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Fevastin with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. But you're recommended to consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.
Yes, you can take Fevastin with tramadol. The combination of Fevastin and tramadol are prescribed by doctors to relieve from severe to moderate pain. However, do not take it on your own.
As we know Fevastin is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Fevastin ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Fevastin poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
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