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Mms is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Mms has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Mms is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Mms include Headache, Chills, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mms can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Mms 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 Mms has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mms's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mms contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Mms have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mms is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Mms 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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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mms is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Mms safe for pregnant women?
The effects of MMS on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Mms safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of MMS in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Mms on the Kidneys?
MMS may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mms on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking MMS. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Mms on the Heart?
MMS may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mms should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mms unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mms habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mms.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mms does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mms only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Mms for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mms
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Mms and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mms
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Mms.
No, MMS is not recommended to be used for ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection and it is not caused by any worm. It presents as a silver or red colored patch which may be swollen, itchy, scaly or dry. Ringworm can manifest in any part of the body, including groin (jock itch) and scalp (tenia capitis). The rash is usually ring-shaped on places other than face, neck or scalp. At times, the rash starts spreading. It should be treated using antifungal creams containing ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, etc.
No, MMS is not indicated to be used for herpes. MMS is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
MMS should start showing effects in 2 weeks time. It is safe to be used for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Do not use excessive amount or for a prolonged period of time. Always speak to your doctor before discontinuing MMS or when you intend to use it for more days.
Yes, MMS is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. It is used for treating rash, psoriatic lesion or eczema on your skin surface. Unlike other steroids, MMS is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation.
No, MMS cannot be used for the treatment of burns. It is used for treating rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Burns can be treated with skin cream, lotion or an ointment containing ingredients like gentamycin sulfate, fusidic acid, silver nitrate, silver sulfadiazine, mafenide acetate, etc. Please do not self-medicate with MMS for burns and speak to your doctor for a recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
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5 Years of Experience
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