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Mfortan D is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Mfortan D have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Mfortan D 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Mfortan D have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Mfortan D are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Mfortan D has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mfortan D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mfortan D related warnings section.
Mfortan D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mfortan D have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Mfortan D may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mfortan D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Mfortan D 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Mfortan D safe for pregnant women?
Mfortan D has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Mfortan D without medical advice.
Is the use of Mfortan D safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Mfortan D may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Mfortan D should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Mfortan D on the Kidneys?
Mfortan D may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mfortan D on the Liver?
Mfortan D has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Mfortan D on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Mfortan D on the heart have been reported.
Mfortan D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mfortan D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mfortan D habit forming or addictive?
Mfortan D does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Mfortan D
You can take Mfortan D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mfortan D
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mfortan D as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Mfortan D causes dry mouth as it is one of the side effects. It can be prevented or managed by drinking lot of water, eating sugar-free candies and gums, avoiding caffeine as it is dehydrating, breathing through the nose, using a humidifier, quitting smoking, using alcohol-free mouth wash, etc.
No, Mfortan D doesn't cause hair loss. Hair loss could be due to an underlying disease or even hormonal imbalance. It is therefore, important to investigate and rectify these conditions. Some of the tips that can be used for preventing or managing hair loss are taking nutritious diet, using oils for hair massage, getting less stressful in life, taking hair strengthening supplements, using less chemicals on hair, keeping the scalp clean, etc.
You can take Mfortan D for as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
Yes, Mfortan D can cause headache as it is one of the side effects. Headaches can be prevented or managed by drinking adequate amount of water, taking ample magnesium, limiting alcoholic drinks, taking adequate sleep, avoiding foods high in histamine, using essential oils, taking B-complex vitamin, using a cold compress, trying acupuncture, relaxing with yoga and meditation.
Mfortan D is a brand name for a compound known as dicyclomine. It belongs to the class of compounds known as anticholinergics (a compound that blocks the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the central and peripheral nervous system) and antispasmodics. It is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. Mfortan D is used for the treatment of functional bowel / irritable bowel syndrome. It also has some local anesthetic properties and is used in biliary, gastrointestinal and urinary tract spasms. It has a mild effect on glandular secretion and cardiovascular system.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bentyl (dicyclomine hydrochloride)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ponstel® (Mefenamic Acid)