Megapen 100/50 Drops
- Manufactured by: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Ampicillin (100 mg) + Cloxacillin (50 mg)
Megapen 100/50 Drops
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- Manufactured by: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Ampicillin (100 mg) + Cloxacillin (50 mg)
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Megapen 100/50 Drops Information
Megapen 100/50 Drops is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Megapen 100/50 Drops have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Megapen 100/50 Drops is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The most common side effects of Megapen 100/50 Drops are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Megapen 100/50 Drops have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Megapen 100/50 Drops are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Megapen 100/50 Drops is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Megapen 100/50 Drops has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Megapen 100/50 Drops related warnings section.
Megapen 100/50 Drops is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Megapen 100/50 Drops have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Megapen 100/50 Drops, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Megapen 100/50 Drops Benefits & Uses
Megapen 100/50 Drops is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Megapen 100/50 Drops 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 100/50 Drops Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Megapen 100/50 Drops is used -
Severe
- Allergic reaction
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
Megapen 100/50 Drops Related Warnings
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Is the use of Megapen 100/50 Drops safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Megapen in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Unknown -
Is the use of Megapen 100/50 Drops safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Megapen in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Megapen is unavailable.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Megapen 100/50 Drops on the Kidneys?
Megapen may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Megapen 100/50 Drops on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Megapen. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Megapen 100/50 Drops on the Heart?
Megapen may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Megapen 100/50 Drops with Other Drugs
Megapen 100/50 Drops should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
Megapen 100/50 Drops Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Megapen 100/50 Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Asthma
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Megapen 100/50 Drops
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Is this Megapen 100/50 Drops habit forming or addictive?
Megapen 100/50 Drops does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Megapen 100/50 Drops. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Megapen 100/50 Drops only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Megapen 100/50 Drops cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Megapen 100/50 Drops Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Megapen 100/50 Drops
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Megapen 100/50 Drops together with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Megapen 100/50 Drops
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Megapen 100/50 Drops with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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