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Medilan is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Medilan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Medilan 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Medilan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Medilan safe for pregnant women?
Medilan can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Medilan, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Medilan safe during breastfeeding?
Medilan is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Medilan on the Kidneys?
Medilan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medilan on the Liver?
Medilan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Medilan on the Heart?
Medilan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Medilan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medilan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medilan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Medilan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Medilan as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Medilan only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Medilan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medilan
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Medilan and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medilan
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Medilan with alcohol will be.
Medilan if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
Yes, Medilan is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Medilan is a brand name of betamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Medilan is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Yes, Medilan can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises the blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking Medilan.
Yes, Medilan can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-370
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Celestone® (betamethasone)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortival (betamethasone valerate)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Diprosone® Ov (betamethasone dipropionate)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-370
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Celestone® (betamethasone)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortival (betamethasone valerate)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Diprosone® Ov (betamethasone dipropionate)
