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Mucogen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Mucogen have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mucogen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Mucogen also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Dry Mouth, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mucogen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Mucogen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mucogen is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mucogen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mucogen related warnings section.
The section on Mucogen contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Mucogen have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Mucogen is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Mucogen 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mucogen is used -
Common
Is the use of Mucogen safe for pregnant women?
Mucogen can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Mucogen, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Mucogen safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mucogen. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mucogen immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mucogen again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mucogen on the Kidneys?
Using Mucogen does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Mucogen on the Liver?
Mucogen is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mucogen on the Heart?
Mucogen is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucogen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucogen habit forming or addictive?
Mucogen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Mucogen as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Mucogen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mucogen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mucogen
Taking Mucogen with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucogen
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mucogen with alcohol will be.
Yes, oral Mucogen might help in GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Scientific studies have found Mucogen useful in decreasing the symptoms of GERD in combination with other drugs such as esomeprazole. Since it is a prescription drug you are advised to take it only on your doctor's advice.
Take Mucogen as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
Take Mucogen 2-3 times in a day orally or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug from the stomach. Put 1 drop of topical Mucogen in each eye 2-3 times a day or as advised by your doctor.
Yes, Mucogen is safe to use, if it is taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as itching, numbness, drowsiness. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Mucogen is a brand name of rebamipide and it is available in the form of a tablet and eye drops. It is a derivative of quinolone antibiotics and belongs to the class of drug known as gastroprotective agents (mucosal protective agent). It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of gastric ulcer and gastritis. Eye drops of rebamipide are used in the treatment of dry eyes.
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