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Megamycin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Megamycin have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Megamycin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Megamycin include Rash, Itching or burning, Allergic reaction. Such side effects of Megamycin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Megamycin's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. In addition, Megamycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Megamycin related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Megamycin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Megamycin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Megamycin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Megamycin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Megamycin is used -
Common
Is the use of Megamycin safe for pregnant women?
Megamycin has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Megamycin safe during breastfeeding?
Megamycin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Megamycin on the Kidneys?
Megamycin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Megamycin on the Liver?
Megamycin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Megamycin on the Heart?
Megamycin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Megamycin 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 Megamycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Megamycin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Megamycin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Megamycin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Megamycin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Megamycin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Megamycin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Megamycin
Taking Megamycin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Megamycin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Megamycin.
No, Megamycin does not cause sleepiness. However, if you feel or experience sleepiness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Megamycin can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Megamycin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Megamycin can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Megamycin does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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