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Motimin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Motimin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Motimin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Motimin also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth. While these are the most often observed Motimin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Motimin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Motimin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Motimin related warnings talks about Motimin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Motimin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Motimin in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Motimin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Motimin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Motimin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Motimin 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 |
Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Motimin safe for pregnant women?
Motimin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Motimin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Motimin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Motimin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Motimin on the Kidneys?
Motimin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Motimin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Motimin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Motimin on the Heart?
Motimin is not harmful for the heart.
Motimin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Motimin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Motimin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Motimin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Motimin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Motimin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Motimin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Motimin
You can take Motimin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Motimin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Motimin with alcohol will be.
Yes, Motimin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Motimin has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.
No, Motimin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Take Motimin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Motimin can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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