Medisalic is a prescription drug, available for use as Soap, Ointment. Other than this, Medisalic has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Medisalic is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Medisalic as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Medisalic go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Medisalic's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Medisalic has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Medisalic related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Medisalic contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Medisalic with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Medisalic is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Medisalic is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Medisalic is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Medisalic safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Medisalic in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Medisalic safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Medisalic in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Medisalic is unavailable.
What is the effect of Medisalic on the Kidneys?
Medisalic rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medisalic on the Liver?
Medisalic does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Medisalic on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Medisalic on the heart have been reported.
Medisalic should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medisalic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medisalic habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Medisalic.
Interaction between Food and Medisalic
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Medisalic with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medisalic
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Medisalic.
Yes, Medisalic might cause dry skin in few cases only. However, the exact cause behind dry skin is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use a skin moisturizer. Skin moisturizer should be applied only after 30 minutes of applying this drug so that the Medisalic can be absorbed by the skin.
No, Medisalic is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
No, Medisalic alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Medisalic is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Medisalic should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Medisalic and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Medisalic should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Medisalic should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it disappears. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.
Yes, Medisalic is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as skin atrophy (skin thinning), burning or stinging sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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