Mahamont L is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Mahamont L also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mahamont L. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Mahamont L also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Stomach ache, Joint pain. Usually, these side effects of Mahamont L go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mahamont L is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mahamont L's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mahamont L related warnings section.
Mahamont L is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Mahamont L have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mahamont L is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Mahamont L is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Mahamont L safe for pregnant women?
Mahamont L shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Mahamont L safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Mahamont L. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mahamont L on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Mahamont L on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Mahamont L on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Mahamont L on the liver, information on safety of Mahamont L for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Mahamont L on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Mahamont L on heart. So it is not known whether taking Mahamont L will cause side effects on heart or not.
Mahamont L should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mahamont L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mahamont L habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mahamont L.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mahamont L as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mahamont L only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mahamont L cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mahamont L
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Mahamont L together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mahamont L
Information about the interaction of Mahamont L and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Although, Mahamont L is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.
Mahamont L is a prescription drug so do not take it without a consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Take Mahamont L as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, taking Mahamont L does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Mahamont L.
Yes, Mahamont L can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
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