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Mofelder is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Mofelder have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Mofelder 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Mofelder also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mofelder can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mofelder are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mofelder is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Mofelder's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral must refrain from the use of Mofelder since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mofelder contraindications section.
Additionally, Mofelder may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mofelder, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Mofelder 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Mofelder safe for pregnant women?
Mofelder can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Mofelder right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Mofelder safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Mofelder. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mofelder on the Kidneys?
Mofelder is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Mofelder on the Liver?
Mofelder does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Mofelder on the Heart?
Side effects of Mofelder rarely affect the heart.
Mofelder should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mofelder unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mofelder habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mofelder is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mofelder. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mofelder only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mofelder cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mofelder
Mofelder may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mofelder
Taking Mofelder and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
No, Mofelder does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking. However, if notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug and you are in doubt that Mofelder is causing weight gain then discuss it with your doctor.
Take Mofelder as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, eye drops of Mofelder can be used in a pink eye (conjunctivitis). It is given in the treatment of pink eye if it is caused by the bacteria. Since Mofelder is a prescription drug you are advised not to use Mofelder by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
Mofelder is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Mofelder without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Yes, Mofelder covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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