Fevifast
About Fevifast Products
Fevifast Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Fevifast are Increased uric acid level in blood, Diarrhea, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Increased liver enzymes.
How Fevifast Products work
Favipiravir is an antiviral medicine. It works by inhibiting an RNA dependent enzyme called RNA polymerase that helps the SARS-CoV-2 virus make more copies of itself. By doing so, it decreases viral load in the body.
Patient Concerns about Fevifast Products
Frequently asked questions about Fevifast Products
Frequently asked questions about Favipiravir
Q. What is Fevifast 400 Tablet? What is it used for?
Fevifast 400 Tablet is a medicine that belongs to a class of medicines called antiviral medicines. Fevifast 400 Tablet is used for managing patients suffering from mild to moderate Covid-19 infection.
Q. When is the best time to start treatment with Fevifast 400 Tablet?
Fevifast 400 Tablet is best taken in mildly infected individuals than in those who have severe Covid-19 infection. This is because early use of antiviral medicines, such as Fevifast 400 Tablet, is seen to be more effective in treating Covid-19 infection. Delay in treatment only slows down the recovery process and worsens the existing symptoms such as breathing issues, cough, or fever. If left untreated, this viral infection may even lead to organ failure. Once tested positive for Covid-19, consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Who should not take Fevifast 400 Tablet?
Fevifast 400 Tablet should not be used for treating patients who are allergic to Fevifast 400 Tablet or any of its ingredients. Children should not be given Fevifast 400 Tablet. It should not be given to patients with severe kidney or liver disease too. Additionally, people who have any abnormal uric acid levels or are suffering from gout must inform their doctor before taking Fevifast 400 Tablet. If you are planning a baby, pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before starting treatment with Fevifast 400 Tablet to avoid any potential harm to your baby. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Q. For how long and in what dose should Fevifast 400 Tablet be taken?
Fevifast 400 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. It is taken orally (by mouth) and the recommended dose is 1,800 mg twice on day 1, followed by 800 mg twice daily up to day 14. Do not self medicate. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Fevifast 400 Tablet.
Q. Can Fevifast 400 Tablet be used in the elderly and children?
Since the elderly often have compromised organ functions, Fevifast 400 Tablet should be given with care to them, alongside regular monitoring. Fevifast 400 Tablet has not been administered in children. However, some early experimental data suggests that Fevifast 400 Tablet may cause serious side effects in the younger age group. Therefore, this medicine should not be consumed by the elderly and children, unless advised by your doctor.
Q. Can Fevifast 400 Tablet be taken by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding?
No, Fevifast 400 Tablet should not be used for treating Covid-19 infection in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Fevifast 400 Tablet is not considered safe to be used in pregnant or breastfeeding mothers as its use may cause harmful effects on the baby. If you are planning a baby, pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor if you are tested positive for Covid-19 or even if you are suspected of Covid-19 infection. Your doctor will decide what is best for you depending on your condition.
Q. How does Fevifast 400 Tablet work?
Fevifast 400 Tablet inhibits replication (a process by which this virus multiplies) of the Covid-19 virus and stops the further spread of the infection. In this way the amount of virus in the human body decreases, thereby leading to faster recovery.
Q. How should Fevifast 400 Tablet be stored?
Fevifast 400 Tablet should be stored at a temperature not more than 30 degrees Celsius. Make sure to keep it away from the reach of children.
Q. I have diabetes and hypertension. Can I take Fevifast 400 Tablet?
Yes. Fevifast 400 Tablet may be given to patients with comorbidities such as diabetes and hypertension, under medical supervision. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit.
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