Menadione



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Menadione Information



Menadione Benefits & Uses

Menadione is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Menadione Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Hypoprothrombinemia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Menadione Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Menadione is used -

Unknown

Menadione Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Menadione safe for pregnant women?


    Menadione is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Menadione safe during breastfeeding?


    Menadione may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Menadione on the Kidneys?


    Menadione may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Menadione on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Menadione. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Menadione only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Menadione on the Heart?


    Menadione is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Menadione with Other Drugs

Menadione should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Menadione Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Menadione unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Menadione

  • Is this Menadione habit forming or addictive?


    Menadione is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Menadione since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Menadione is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Menadione is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Menadione Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Menadione


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Menadione and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Menadione


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Menadione and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 615,616



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