Hifen 25mg Oral Drops is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Hifen is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Hifen too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Yes, the use of Hifen can cause diarrhea. Hifen is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria, but it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Hifen is usually prescribed for 7-14 days. You should take it for the full duration of your treatment as advised by your doctor.
If you forget a dose of Hifen, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Yes, Hifen is safe for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
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Create ABHAConsuming alcohol with Hifen 25mg Oral Drops does not cause any harmful side effects.
Hifen 25mg Oral Drops is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.
Hifen 25mg Oral Drops is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.<BR>Avoid prolonged use of Hifen 25mg Oral Drops, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Hifen 25mg Oral Drops does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Hifen 25mg Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hifen 25mg Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Hifen 25mg Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hifen 25mg Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.