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Merideca is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Merideca have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Merideca 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.
Merideca also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Merideca can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Merideca normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Merideca is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Merideca related warnings talks about Merideca's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Merideca is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Merideca are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Merideca may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Merideca is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Merideca 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 Merideca safe for pregnant women?
Merideca can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Merideca safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Merideca. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Merideca on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Merideca. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Merideca on the Liver?
Merideca may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Merideca on the Heart?
Effects of Merideca on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Merideca 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 Merideca unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merideca habit forming or addictive?
Merideca is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Merideca as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Merideca only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Merideca cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Merideca
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Merideca together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merideca
Information about the interaction of Merideca and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Merideca can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.
Merideca if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
Yes, Merideca 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.
Merideca should be ideally taken with food after evening. It has been observed that food has minimal significance in the drug absorption. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Merideca comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Merideca.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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