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Alafin Capsule
Manufactured byFourrts India Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsAlpha lipoic acid
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Description
Alafin Capsule is an antioxidant. It is used in relieving symptoms associated with diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to diabetes). Alafin Capsule helps repair the damaged nerves and protect the nerve tissue from further damage.
Alafin Capsule may rarely show side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, skin rash, indigestion, etc. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or become severe.
Alafin Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Take it for the recommended duration to get maximum benefits from the treatment. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Alafin Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medication or have any other medical condition before starting the treatment with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Alafin Capsule
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Alafin Capsule
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Nausea
Skin Rash
Dizziness
Uses of Alafin Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy refers to nerve damage that may occur due to diabetes (high blood sugar levels). The symptoms include pain, numbness, tingling/burning sensation, etc., usually in the legs and feet. Alafin Capsule is used in relieving symptoms associated with diabetic neuropathy.
Alpha lipoic acid deficency
Alafin Capsule is used as a dietary supplement for the treatment of alpha lipoic acid deficiency.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Alafin Capsule to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Alafin Capsule remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Alafin Capsule.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before taking Alafin Capsule if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Due to the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before taking Alafin Capsule if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid taking Alafin Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before taking Alafin Capsule if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Due to the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before taking Alafin Capsule if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Other medicines
Alafin Capsule may interact with other medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Use in children
Alafin Capsule is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
Medical conditions
Alafin Capsule should be used with caution if you have liver problems, diabetes (high blood sugar levels), thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, or a thyroid disorder. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have such conditions.
Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Alafin Capsule, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment if you suspect an overdose of Alafin Capsule .
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Antidiabetic drugs
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Alafin Capsule as instructed by your doctor. It should be taken 30 minutes before food as certain foods may lower the absorption of this medicine from the stomach.
Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose.
Avoid discontinuing Alafin Capsule without consulting your doctor.
Keep Alafin Capsule out of the reach of children. Discard the unused medicine properly after the date of expiry.
Consult your doctor if you have vitamin B1 deficiency, liver problems, thyroid disorder, or diabetes before taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Alafin Capsule helps repair the damaged nerves and protect the nerve tissue from further damage.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Oral nutritional supplements
Schedule
N/A
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Information on this page was last updated on 14 Oct 2022
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