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Mesone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel. Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Mesone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Mesone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mesone include Headache, Chills, Cough. Some other side effects of Mesone have been listed ahead. These side effects of Mesone 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mesone is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Mesone related warnings talks about Mesone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Mesone have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Mesone may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Mesone, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mesone 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
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Is the use of Mesone safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Mesone on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Mesone safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Mesone on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Mesone will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Mesone on the Kidneys?
Mesone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mesone on the Liver?
Mesone can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Mesone on the Heart?
Mesone is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mesone 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 Mesone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mesone habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mesone.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mesone will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mesone only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mesone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mesone
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Mesone and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mesone
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mesone with alcohol.
Mesone should start showing effects in 2 weeks time. It is safe to be used for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Do not use excessive amount or for a prolonged period of time. Always speak to your doctor before discontinuing Mesone or when you intend to use it for more days.
No, Mesone should not be applied to children under the age of 2 years as the safety and efficacy have not been established yet in this age group.
Yes, Mesone is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. It is used for treating rash, psoriatic lesion or eczema on your skin surface. Unlike other steroids, Mesone is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation.
No, Mesone is not indicated to be used for herpes. Mesone is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
No, Mesone cannot be used for the treatment of burns. It is used for treating rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Burns can be treated with skin cream, lotion or an ointment containing ingredients like gentamycin sulfate, fusidic acid, silver nitrate, silver sulfadiazine, mafenide acetate, etc. Please do not self-medicate with Mesone for burns and speak to your doctor for a recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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