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Memcad, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Delivery Bleeding.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Memcad. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Memcad include Headache, Abdominal Pain, Hypertension. Some other side effects of Memcad have been listed ahead. These side effects of Memcad are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Memcad's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Memcad has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Memcad related warnings section.
Memcad can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Memcad in conditions like High Blood Pressure. The section on Memcad contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Memcad may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Memcad is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Memcad 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
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Is the use of Memcad safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Memcad will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Memcad safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Memcad in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Memcad on the Kidneys?
Memcad may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Memcad on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Memcad. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Memcad on the Heart?
Effects of Memcad on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Memcad 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 Memcad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Memcad habit forming or addictive?
Memcad does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Memcad as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Memcad only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Memcad is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Memcad
There is no information on the effects of taking Memcad with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Memcad
Information about the interaction of Memcad and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Methergine® (methylergonovine maleate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 331-332
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 837-839