Medocid 40 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Medocid 40 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Medocid 40 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet 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.
In addition, Medocid 40 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Medocid 40 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Medocid 40 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Medocid 40 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Medocid 40 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Medocid 40 Mg Tablet 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Medocid 40 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Medocid safely.
Is the use of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Medocid has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Medocid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Medocid on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Medocid 40 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Medocid for the heart.
Medocid 40 Mg Tablet 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 Medocid 40 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medocid 40 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Medocid 40 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Medocid 40 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Medocid 40 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Medocid 40 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Medocid 40 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medocid 40 Mg Tablet
You can take Medocid 40 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medocid 40 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Medocid 40 Mg Tablet with alcohol.
Do not self-administer Medocid. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Medocid is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid taking Medocid with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Occasionally Medocid can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Yes, Medocid can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
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