Meftal Spas Drops is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. The alternative uses of Meftal Spas Drops have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Meftal Spas Drops depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meftal Spas Drops can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Meftal Spas Drops normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Meftal Spas Drops's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Meftal Spas Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma must refrain from the use of Meftal Spas Drops since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Meftal Spas Drops contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Meftal Spas Drops may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Meftal Spas Drops is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Meftal Spas Drops is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Meftal Spas Drops safe for pregnant women?
Meftal Spas shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Meftal Spas Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Meftal Spas. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Meftal Spas Drops on the Kidneys?
Meftal Spas may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meftal Spas Drops on the Liver?
Meftal Spas has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Meftal Spas Drops on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Meftal Spas on the heart have been reported.
Meftal Spas Drops should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meftal Spas Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meftal Spas Drops habit forming or addictive?
Meftal Spas Drops is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Meftal Spas Drops
You can take Meftal Spas Drops with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meftal Spas Drops
Consumption of alcohol and Meftal Spas Drops together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Meftal Spas causes dry mouth as it is one of the side effects. It can be prevented or managed by drinking lot of water, eating sugar-free candies and gums, avoiding caffeine as it is dehydrating, breathing through the nose, using a humidifier, quitting smoking, using alcohol-free mouth wash, etc.
Yes, Meftal Spas causes constipation. Constipation can be prevented or managed by drinking more water, eating more fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, eating probiotic foods and supplements, eating magnesium and prunes and avoiding dairy.
Yes, Meftal Spas can be called a painkiller since it alleviates abdominal spams and provides relief from cramping in irritable bowel syndrome.
Yes, Meftal Spas causes drowsiness. Drowsiness can be prevented or managed by eating a well-balanced breakfast loaded with medium carbs and high proteins, taking light lunch, drinking lots of water, listening to music, getting outside and breathing in some fresh air, eating gum, mints and candy, skipping sugar, going for some caffeine.
Yes, Meftal Spas causes nausea and vomiting as side effects. Nausea and vomiting can be prevented and managed by trying deep breathing, trying wrist acupressure, being in well ventilated space, drinking more fluids, taking ginger, fennel or cloves, and trying aromatherapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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