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Mifapan medicine is indicated in the treatment of acute and chronic pain conditions such as in pain after surgery, pain due to cancer, toothache, pain due to trauma,... So what is the use of Mifapan?
1. What are the effects of Mifapan?
What is Mifapan? Mifapan belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs with analgesic and antipyretic effects with the main ingredient being nefopam hydrochloride 30mg. In particular, nefopam helps to relax muscles, relieve pain without addiction, fight weak choline secretion, and fight depression.
2. Indications and contraindications of the drug Mifapan
2.1 Indication for the use of Mifapan Indications for the use of Mifapan in cases of acute and chronic pain such as:
Pain after surgery Toothache Musculoskeletal pain Trauma pain Pain in cancer 2.2 Contraindication to use Mifapan drug use is contraindicated to use Mifapan in the following cases:
Hypersensitivity to the drug's components History of convulsions History of urinary retention Angle-closure Glaucoma Using MAOIs Children < 12 years
3. Usage and dosage of Mifapan
Mifapan is made in the form of film-coated tablets, so it is taken orally. When taking a pill, you should swallow the whole pill and avoid breaking or crushing them, as this may release the entire pill at once. Dosage of Mifapan is recommended as follows:
For adults use 1 tablet/time, 3-4 times a day. In the presence of severe pain, a single dose of 90 mg may be used. Maximum dose of 300mg in 24 hours.
4. Some side effects when using Mifapan
In the process of using the drug will not avoid possible side effects. Therefore, some of the unavoidable side effects of Mifapan include:
Nausea, vomiting Restlessness Dry mouth Dizziness Blurred vision Drowsiness Sweating Insomnia Headache Tachycardia Allergic reactions Severe reactions such as difficulty breathing, edema, swelling of the face, nose, throat, rash, ... When suffering from the above symptoms, the patient should be taken to a medical facility for timely intervention by a doctor.
5. Some notes when taking Mifapan
When taking drugs, in order to achieve the highest effectiveness during treatment and reduce unwanted effects, it is necessary to note a number of issues as follows:
You need to inform your doctor about the money. History of hypersensitivity to Mifapan or any other allergy. Mifapan may contain ingredients that don't work and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Certain medicines that you are taking such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, herbs, preservatives and dietary supplements or other foods, dyes,... Use medicines with caution. Mifapan in patients with hepatic or renal impairment who are taking anticholinergics. For pregnant and lactating women, take Mifapan only when absolutely necessary. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and possible risks before prescribing. Patients should not arbitrarily skip doses or stop taking the drug until the end of the course of treatment, even though the symptoms may have improved. If you forget to take a dose, take it again as soon as possible. Also, the missed dose should not be too close to the next dose or it is possible to skip the missed dose and continue taking it as per the original schedule.
6. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can increase the risk of serious side effects and change the way medications work. There are medicines that should not be used around the time of treatment with Mifapan. However, there are a few special cases where 2 different drugs can be used together, even though they can interact. When experiencing these special cases, the doctor needs to change the dose of the drug or take other precautions. Therefore, your doctor needs to know what drugs and supplements you are taking.
Some drugs that can interact with Mifapan include:
MAOIs Tricyclic antidepressants
7. How to store Mifapan
Mifapan medicine is stored under the following conditions:
Store at room temperature; Avoid light; Avoid humid places; Do not store Mifapan in a humid place or in the freezer. In each type of Mifapan medicine will have its own way of preservation, so before using the medicine, carefully read the instructions for use and storage. Keep the medicine out of the reach of small children. When the medicine is no longer expired or has been moldy, damaged and cannot be used anymore, please handle it according to the correct procedure. Do not arbitrarily dispose of Mifapan into an environment such as a water pipe or toilet unless requested. To safely dispose of the medicine, please consult with your waste disposal company or pharmacist on how to dispose of Mifapan to help protect the environment.
In summary, the drug Mifapan is effective in treating acute and chronic pain conditions such as pain after surgery, pain due to cancer, toothache, pain due to trauma,... Some unwanted side effects can be avoided. Therefore, if you see any unusual signs, immediately go to a medical facility for examination and timely treatment.
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