Afiten Dosage/Direction for Use

Always take this medicine exactly as the doctor has told. Check with the doctor or pharmacist if the patient is not sure.
Adults: The recommended dose is 5 mg daily. If necessary the dose can be raised to 10 mg once daily after 2-4 weeks.
Elderly: The dose must be adjusted. Follow the doctor's instructions. Any increase in dose requires caution.
Impaired liver function: The dose must be reduced. Follow the doctor's instructions.
The tablet should be taken with a glass of water.
If the patient takes more Afiten than they should: If the patient accidentally takes too many tablets, the following symptoms may be appeared: extreme dizziness and/or very light feeling in the head, difficulty in breathing, increased urine output. Contact the nearest hospital accident and emergency department or tell the doctor immediately.
If the patient forgets to take Afiten: If the patient has forgotten to take a tablet, they can still take it up to 12 hours after they usually take the tablet. If it is more than 12 hours after the time that they should have taken the tablet, they should not take the missed dose and they should take the next tablet at the usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If the patient stops taking Afiten: The treatment must only be changed or stopped in consultation with the doctor.
If the patient has any further questions on the use of this product, ask the doctor or pharmacist.