Unimegyl is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Other than this, Unimegyl has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Unimegyl depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Unimegyl are Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Unimegyl as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Unimegyl are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Unimegyl has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Unimegyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Unimegyl related warnings section.
Unimegyl is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Unimegyl are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Unimegyl may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Unimegyl is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Unimegyl 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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| Adult(Female) |
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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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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Unimegyl is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Unimegyl safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Unimegyl without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Unimegyl safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Unimegyl. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Unimegyl on the Kidneys?
Unimegyl may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Unimegyl on the Liver?
Side effects of Unimegyl rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Unimegyl on the Heart?
Unimegyl is rarely harmful for the heart.
Unimegyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unimegyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unimegyl habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Unimegyl is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Unimegyl can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Unimegyl is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Unimegyl is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Unimegyl
It is safe to take Unimegyl with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unimegyl
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Unimegyl as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Unimegyl is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections.
Yes, Unimegyl and ofloxacin can be taken at the same time. There is no drug interaction found between them.
Yes, Unimegyl may be carcinogenic (cancer-causing) if taken beyond prescribed dosage. As per FDA reports, it has shown cancer-causing properties in rats and mice in clinical trials. Therefore, take this medicine strictly as per instructions and do not use it unnecessarily.
Yes, Unimegyl can cause constipation and other stomach related side effects such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and stomach discomfort. You are recommended to eat non-spicy light meals along with fibrous fruits to avoid constipation and other stomach related problems. However, in case of severe constipation please inform your doctor right away.
Discontinuation of Unimegyl on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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