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Maxin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Maxin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Maxin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Maxin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Maxin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Maxin is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Maxin related warnings talks about Maxin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Maxin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Maxin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Maxin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Maxin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Maxin 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 Maxin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Maxin safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Maxin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Maxin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Maxin. Immediately discontinue Maxin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Maxin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Maxin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Maxin on the Liver?
Maxin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Maxin on the Heart?
Maxin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Maxin 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 Maxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maxin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Maxin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Maxin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Maxin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Maxin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Maxin
You can take Maxin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxin
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Maxin as it can have severe side effects.
No, it is not recommeded that you stop taking Maxin suddenly as it might cause certain withdrawal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, shakiness and dizziness. Besides, there is always a chance of a relapse. Therefore, you must not stop taking Maxin abruptly and follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Yes, Maxin can cause diarrhea as it is one of the adverse gastrointestinal effects. Diarrhea is the passage of loose and watery stools, at least 3 to 4 times a day. Your doctor might recommend an anti-diarrheal if you face this problem.
Migraines are headaches with debilitating pain and are often accompanied by nausea. Yes, Maxin can be used for the treatment of a migraine. However, you must check with your doctor first before taking the Maxin for treating your migraine.
No, patients with the bone marrow symptoms should not be given Maxin because they might develop hypersensitivity.
Dizziness is a feeling of light-headedness when one might feel unstable and disoriented. Yes, Maxin may cause dizziness especially when one tries to get up from a lying position. Therefore, one must rest his/her feet firmly on the ground before standing up.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prochlorperazine edisylate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 168,177,178