Mebex 500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Mebex 500mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of worm infections. It works by killing the worms and this treats your infection.
Mebex 500mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.
Some people may experience stomach pain as a side effect of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.
Mebex 500mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.
Some people may experience stomach pain as a side effect of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.
Uses of Mebex Tablet
- Worm infections
Benefits of Mebex Tablet
In Worm infections
Mebex 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
Side effects of Mebex Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Mebex
- Abdominal pain
How to use Mebex Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mebex 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Mebex Tablet works
Mebex 500mg Tablet affects the permeability of the cell membrane thereby killing the worms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mebex 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mebex 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mebex 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Mebex 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Mebex 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Mebex 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mebex 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Mebex 500mg Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
- It should be taken with food.
- Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Mebex 500mg Tablet.
- Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
- Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
- Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Synthetic benzimidazole derivate, Benzophenones
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antiprotozoal agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Mebex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Mebex 500mg Tablet
Twice A Day
40%
Once A Day
40%
Once A Week
20%
What are you using Mebex Tablet for?
Worm infectio*
93%
Others
7%
*Worm infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
42%
Average
33%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using Mebex 500mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Mebex Tablet?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Mebex 500mg Tablet on price
Expensive
100%
FAQs
Is Mebex 500mg Tablet effective?
Mebex 500mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Mebex 500mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Mebex 500mg Tablet?
The use of Mebex 500mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, and if you are suffering from asthma. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Mebex 500mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
What if I forget to take a dose of Mebex 500mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Mebex 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Mebex 500mg Tablet safe?
Mebex 500mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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