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Mac It, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Acidity, Heartburn are some of its major therapeutic uses. Mac It also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Mac It depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Mac It are Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Usually, these side effects of Mac It go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the 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 It is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Mac It's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mac It is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mac It are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Mac It may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Mac It is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mac It 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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Is the use of Mac It safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Mac IT during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Mac It safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Mac IT for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Mac It on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Mac IT on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Mac It on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Mac IT on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Mac It on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Mac IT on heart. So it is not known whether taking Mac IT will cause side effects on heart or not.
Mac It 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 It unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mac It habit forming or addictive?
Mac It is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mac It you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Mac It is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Mac It is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mac It
Taking Mac It with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mac It
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mac It with alcohol will be.
Rarely Mac IT causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Mac IT should be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it or take an extra dose on your own. Always follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Yes, Mac IT use is associated with the development of diarrhea. This might be related to an infection caused by Clostridium difficile. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay. In addition, one must take a lot of electrolytes and fluids for preventing dehydration. Taking an anti-diarrheal medication may also help.
No, Mac IT is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.
Yes, Mac IT might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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