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Mosi is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops, Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Mosi have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Mosi depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Mosi include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Mosi side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mosi 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.
It is also important to note that Mosi has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Mosi related warnings talks about Mosi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Mosi can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mosi in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral. The section on Mosi contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Mosi with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mosi is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Mosi 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 Mosi safe for pregnant women?
Mosi may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Mosi again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Mosi safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Mosi may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Mosi should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Mosi on the Kidneys?
Using Mosi does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Mosi on the Liver?
Mosi does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Mosi on the Heart?
Mosi is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mosi 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 Mosi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mosi habit forming or addictive?
Mosi does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mosi you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Mosi should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mosi is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mosi
Mosi may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mosi
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Mosi at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Mosi is helpful in treating pneumonia. It is used in the treatment of commnunity acquired pneumonia caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Chlamydophilia pneumoniae. The duration of treatment depends on infection severity and patients medical condition but it is generally given for 7-14 days.
Yes, eye drops of Mosi 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 Mosi is a prescription drug you are advised not to use Mosi by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
No, Mosi does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is only effective against methicillin-susceptible strains only.
Yes, Mosi can treat sinusitis (inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacterial infection. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
Yes, Mosi can be used for UTI (urinary tract infection) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. However, it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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