Morcontin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pain. The alternative uses of Morcontin have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Morcontin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Morcontin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Morcontin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Morcontin is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Morcontin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Morcontin related warnings section.
Morcontin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Morcontin in conditions like Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Morcontin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Morcontin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Morcontin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Morcontin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Morcontin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Morcontin safe for pregnant women?
Morcontin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Morcontin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Morcontin safe during breastfeeding?
Morcontin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Morcontin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Morcontin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Morcontin on the Liver?
Side effects of Morcontin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Morcontin on the Heart?
Side effects of Morcontin rarely affect the heart.
Morcontin 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 Morcontin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Morcontin habit forming or addictive?
Morcontin can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Morcontin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Morcontin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Morcontin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Morcontin
Taking Morcontin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Morcontin
Taking alcohol with Morcontin can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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