I'm curious about the Orofer XT medicine and wondering if it's safe for someone who's 70 years old. Also, could you let me know how it should be taken and whether it's better before or after meals?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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orofer xt should be cautiously taken in elderly since it may cause serious side-effects like change in taste, abd pain, bloating itching and constipation etc... Tablet is taken before food...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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