Mepride Dm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes. Secondary and off-label uses of Mepride Dm have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mepride Dm. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Mepride Dm include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Mepride Dm side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mepride Dm 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, Mepride Dm's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Mepride Dm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mepride Dm related warnings section.
Mepride Dm is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mepride Dm contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Mepride Dm have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Mepride Dm is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mepride Dm 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
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Is the use of Mepride Dm safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Mepride DM during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Mepride Dm safe during breastfeeding?
Mepride DM does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mepride Dm on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Mepride DM. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Mepride Dm on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Mepride DM. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Mepride Dm on the Heart?
Mepride DM may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mepride Dm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mepride Dm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mepride Dm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Mepride Dm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mepride Dm. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Mepride Dm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mepride Dm is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mepride Dm
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Mepride Dm, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mepride Dm
Information about the interaction of Mepride Dm and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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