Megapen Information
Megapen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Capsule, Drops, Tablet. Other than this, Megapen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Megapen. 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 Megapen include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Megapen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Megapen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Megapen is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Megapen related warnings talks about Megapen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Megapen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Megapen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Megapen is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Megapen Benefits & Uses
Megapen is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Osteomyelitis
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Bacterial Infections
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Meningitis
Megapen Dosage & How to Take
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
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Megapen Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Megapen is used -
Severe
- Allergic reaction
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
Megapen Related Warnings
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Is the use of Megapen safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Megapen will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Unknown -
Is the use of Megapen safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Megapen for breastfeeding women are not known.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Megapen on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Megapen. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Megapen on the Liver?
Megapen can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Megapen on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Megapen on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Megapen with Other Drugs
Megapen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
Megapen Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Megapen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Asthma
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Megapen
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Is this Megapen habit forming or addictive?
Megapen does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Megapen you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Megapen only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Megapen is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Megapen Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Megapen
There is no information on the effects of taking Megapen with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Megapen
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Megapen and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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