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Mepsonate is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. The alternative uses of Mepsonate have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Mepsonate depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Mepsonate also has some side effects, the most common being Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision. While these are the most often observed Mepsonate side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Mepsonate 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.
It is also important to note that Mepsonate has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mepsonate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mepsonate is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Infections, Peptic Ulcer as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Mepsonate contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Mepsonate may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mepsonate is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Mepsonate 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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Is the use of Mepsonate safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mepsonate. It is best to stop taking Mepsonate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mepsonate safe during breastfeeding?
Mepsonate 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 Mepsonate on the Kidneys?
Mepsonate may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mepsonate on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Mepsonate. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Mepsonate only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mepsonate on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Mepsonate. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Mepsonate 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 Mepsonate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mepsonate habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mepsonate.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mepsonate does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Mepsonate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Mepsonate for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mepsonate
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Mepsonate with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mepsonate
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mepsonate with alcohol will be.
Yes, Mepsonate can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Mepsonate is a steroid belonging to a class of drug known as corticosteroids. It is a derivative of prednisolone.
No, you should not discontinue Mepsonate on your own as that might result in disease relapse and some side effects. You must completely comply with the dosing schedule, never miss a dose, never take an extra dose and never stop taking Mepsonate without talking to the doctor. It is, therefore, important that you follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Mepsonate may cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
Yes, Mepsonate may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact mechanism of a headache caused by this drug is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after consuming this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take complete rest, even after this pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
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; Medrol® methylprednisolone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 288-289