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Megavent AM Expectorant is a prescription medicine that is available as a Liquid. Megavent AM Expectorant also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Megavent AM Expectorant. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Megavent AM Expectorant include Hypersensitivity, Stomach Upset, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Megavent AM Expectorant can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Megavent AM Expectorant 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.
In addition, Megavent AM Expectorant's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Megavent AM Expectorant has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Megavent AM Expectorant related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Heart Failure, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Megavent AM Expectorant since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Megavent AM Expectorant are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Megavent AM Expectorant may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Megavent AM Expectorant is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Megavent AM Expectorant 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 Megavent AM Expectorant safe for pregnant women?
Megavent AM can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Megavent AM Expectorant safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Megavent AM. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Megavent AM Expectorant on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Megavent AM on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Megavent AM Expectorant on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Megavent AM on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Megavent AM Expectorant on the Heart?
Megavent AM has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Megavent AM Expectorant unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Megavent AM Expectorant habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Megavent AM Expectorant.
Interaction between Food and Megavent AM Expectorant
There is no information on the effects of taking Megavent AM Expectorant with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Megavent AM Expectorant
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Megavent AM Expectorant and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Megavent AM can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Megavent AM along with ibuprofen
Yes, Megavent AM can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Megavent AM along with diphenhydramine if the dose of medicine does not exceed then recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Megavent AM does not cause weight gain. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight gain then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Megavent AM is a brand name of acetylcysteine and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It is a prescription drug which is used as an antidote for the treatment of paracetamol poisoning to prevent liver toxicity. It is also used as a mucolytic agent to provide relief from excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases.
No, Megavent AM is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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References
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