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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?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Maxin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Maxin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Maxin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Maxin on the Kidneys?
Maxin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Maxin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Maxin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Maxin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Maxin on the heart have been reported.
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?
Maxin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Maxin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Maxin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Maxin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Maxin
It is safe to take Maxin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxin
Consuming Maxin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, there have been reports of people suffering from cardiac ailments (heart problems) while taking Maxin. Cough reflex has been one of the major concerns associated with this drug which can lead to severe heart problems such as cardiac arrest also. You are recommended to take the medicine only when prescribed.
Yes, Maxin can cause Parkinson's symptoms, therefore, it should not be used in people already struggling with Parkinson's as the drug may exacerbate the symptoms. Parkinson's disease is a progressive nervous disorder affecting the movements. It causes tremors, muscle rigidity, changes in speech and gait. You must speak to your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
Maxin must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed your doctor. Taking it for a prolonged period might cause an overdose while taking it for a less period of time might not produce an efficacious effect.
Yes, you can take paracetamol with Maxin as there are no records of any drug interactions. However, please consult your doctor before you take Maxin with paracetamol.
Yes, you can take ibuprofen with Maxin as there are no records of any drug interactions. However, please consult your doctor before you take Maxin with ibuprofen.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience