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Mahacillin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia, Meningitis, Stomach Infection. The alternative uses of Mahacillin have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mahacillin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Mahacillin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mahacillin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Mahacillin has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mahacillin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mahacillin related warnings section.
Mahacillin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mahacillin in conditions like Kidney Disease. The section on Mahacillin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Mahacillin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mahacillin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Mahacillin 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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Is the use of Mahacillin safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Mahacillin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Mahacillin safe during breastfeeding?
Mahacillin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mahacillin on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Mahacillin can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Mahacillin on the Liver?
Mahacillin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mahacillin on the Heart?
Mahacillin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mahacillin 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 Mahacillin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mahacillin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Mahacillin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mahacillin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mahacillin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mahacillin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mahacillin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Mahacillin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mahacillin
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Mahacillin are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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