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Mac Rd is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Other than this, Mac Rd has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mac Rd. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mac Rd include Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Mac Rd have been listed ahead. These side effects of Mac Rd 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mac Rd is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Mac Rd's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mac Rd is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mac Rd contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Mac Rd have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mac Rd, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Mac Rd 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Mac Rd safe for pregnant women?
Mac Rd is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Mac Rd safe during breastfeeding?
Mac Rd can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Mac Rd on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Mac Rd on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mac Rd on the Liver?
Side effects of Mac Rd rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mac Rd on the Heart?
Using Mac Rd does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Mac Rd 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 Mac Rd unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mac Rd habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mac Rd is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Mac Rd
It is safe to take Mac Rd with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mac Rd
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mac Rd as it can have severe side effects.
Mac Rd is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, Mac Rd does not cause high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. You are advised to monitor your blood sugar level on daily basis. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
No, Mac Rd should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Mac Rd is a brand name for domperidone. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as antiemetics (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It is mainly used for the treatment of nausea, vomiting, bloating and stomach fullness. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain medication used to treat Parkinson's disease.
Yes, Mac Rd 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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