Megazid Information
Megazid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Other than this, Megazid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Megazid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Megazid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Megazid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Megazid is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Megazid has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Megazid related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Megazid since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Megazid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Megazid may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Megazid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Megazid Benefits & Uses
Megazid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Meningitis
- Blood Infection
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Peritonitis
- Ear Infection
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Septic Arthritis
- Osteomyelitis
- Endocarditis
- Cervicitis
- Vaginitis
- Endometritis
Megazid Dosage & How to Take
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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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Megazid Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Megazid is used -
Severe
Moderate
- Vaginal inflammation
- Inflammation of a vein
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Maculopapular rash
- पेट दर्द
- Itching or burning
Megazid Related Warnings
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Is the use of Megazid safe for pregnant women?
Megazid is safe to take during pregnancy.
Safe -
Is the use of Megazid safe during breastfeeding?
Megazid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Megazid on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Megazid on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Megazid on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Megazid on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Megazid on the Heart?
Using Megazid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Megazid with Other Drugs
Megazid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Megazid Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Megazid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Megazid
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Is this Megazid habit forming or addictive?
Megazid does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Megazid as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Megazid is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Megazid in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Megazid Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Megazid
Taking Megazid with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Megazid
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Megazid with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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