Melapik, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Melapik have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Melapik 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.
The side effects typically associated with Melapik include Erythema, Skin irritation, Skin Burning. While these are the most often observed Melapik side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Melapik 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, Melapik's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Melapik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Melapik is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy, Eczema are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Melapik have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Melapik may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Melapik is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Melapik 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Melapik is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Melapik safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Melapik. If you are pregnant, do not take Melapik without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Melapik safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Melapik. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Melapik on the Kidneys?
Melapik does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Melapik on the Liver?
Melapik is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Melapik on the Heart?
You can take Melapik without any fear of damage to the heart.
Melapik 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 Melapik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Melapik habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Melapik has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Melapik as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Melapik is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Melapik cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Melapik
Taking Melapik with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Melapik
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Melapik with alcohol will be.
Yes, moisturizer can be applied over the Melapik. First, apply Melapik on the affected area then wait for several minutes after that you can use or apply moisturizer over it.
Melapik works by inhibiting the synthesis of melanin which is responsible for dark pigmentation of the skin. In addition, it softens the skin surface which promotes a reduction in scars.
Yes, Melapik is used for the scar. It is a safe and effective medicine for treating the scar. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised to use it as per your doctor's instructions only.
Yes, Melapik is safe to use, if it is applied in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as sensitive skin, thinning of the skin, redness, irritation, and burning sensation of the skin. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Melapik can be used with retinol. No clinical meaningful interaction has been observed between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist between these two medicines. Please consult your doctor before using these two medicines together.
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