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Mebatic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Infusion, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diarrhoea, Dysentery. Other than this, Mebatic has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Mebatic is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Mebatic also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. Usually, these side effects of Mebatic 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.
In addition, Mebatic's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mebatic has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mebatic related warnings section.
The section on Mebatic contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Mebatic may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mebatic is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Mebatic 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 Mebatic safe for pregnant women?
Mebatic can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Mebatic safe during breastfeeding?
Mebatic can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Mebatic on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Mebatic can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Mebatic on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Mebatic. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Mebatic only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mebatic on the Heart?
Mebatic may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Mebatic 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 Mebatic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mebatic habit forming or addictive?
Mebatic is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mebatic. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Mebatic is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mebatic is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mebatic
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Mebatic with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mebatic
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mebatic with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Mebatic on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Mebatic is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.
Yes, Mebatic can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, you can take Mebatic for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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