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Moncitra Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Moncitra Plus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Moncitra Plus. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Moncitra Plus include Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Moncitra Plus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Moncitra Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Moncitra Plus's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Moncitra Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding must refrain from the use of Moncitra Plus since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Moncitra Plus are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Moncitra Plus have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Moncitra Plus is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Moncitra Plus 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
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Is the use of Moncitra Plus safe for pregnant women?
Moncitra Plus can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Moncitra Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Moncitra Plus may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Moncitra Plus should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Moncitra Plus on the Kidneys?
Moncitra Plus rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Moncitra Plus on the Liver?
Moncitra Plus may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Moncitra Plus on the Heart?
Moncitra Plus may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Moncitra Plus 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 Moncitra Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Moncitra Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Moncitra Plus is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Moncitra Plus
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Moncitra Plus, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Moncitra Plus
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Moncitra Plus with alcohol will be.
Take Moncitra Plus once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of drugs from the stomach. For asthma Moncitra Plus has to be taken preferably in the evening but for prevention of breathing difficulty during exercise, you should take medicine at least 2 hours before the exercise. However, if you taking Moncitra Plus once on daily basis then you do not need to take an extra dose to prevent breathing difficulties before exercise.
No, use of Moncitra Plus does not cause weight loss in the patient. However, if you notice any unusual weight loss then consult it with your doctor.
No, Moncitra Plus should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Moncitra Plus causes a headache. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Moncitra Plus causes drowsiness. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. You are recommended to not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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