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Megadol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. The alternative uses of Megadol have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Megadol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Megadol are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Megadol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Megadol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Megadol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Megadol related warnings talks about Megadol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Megadol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Megadol in conditions like Allergy, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Megadol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Megadol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Megadol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Megadol 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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Megadol is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Megadol safe for pregnant women?
Megadol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Megadol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Megadol safe during breastfeeding?
Megadol can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Megadol on the Kidneys?
Megadol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Megadol on the Liver?
Megadol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Megadol on the Heart?
Megadol is rarely harmful for the heart.
Megadol 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 Megadol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Megadol habit forming or addictive?
Megadol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Megadol since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Megadol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Megadol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Megadol
Taking Megadol with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Megadol
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Megadol with alcohol.
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References
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