Megagesic Suspension
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Product introduction
Megagesic Suspension is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions including joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative painful condition, fever, and period pain.
Megagesic Suspension should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you're using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Megagesic Suspension is banned for children under 12 years of age.
Uses of Megagesic Suspension
Benefits of Megagesic Suspension
In Treatment of Fever
Megagesic Suspension is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.
In Pain relief
Megagesic Suspension is used to treat aches and pains. It blocks chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.
Side effects of Megagesic Suspension
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 Megagesic
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Increased liver enzymes
How to use Megagesic Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Megagesic Suspension is to be taken with food.
How Megagesic Suspension works
Megagesic Suspension is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Megagesic Suspension.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Megagesic Suspension is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Megagesic Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Megagesic Suspension alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Megagesic Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Megagesic Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Megagesic Suspension is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Megagesic Suspension is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Megagesic Suspension is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Megagesic Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Megagesic Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Megagesic Suspension is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.
- Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Megagesic Suspension as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylethers Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's-Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Others)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension an antibiotic?
Megagesic Suspension is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension with paracetamol?
Megagesic Suspension and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Q. Does Megagesic Suspension contain aspirin?
Megagesic Suspension is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe?
Megagesic Suspension is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension for headache?
Megagesic Suspension can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Megagesic Suspension make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Megagesic Suspension does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Megagesic Suspension can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Megagesic Suspension contain sulphur?
No, Megagesic Suspension does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Megagesic Suspension treat or used for?
Megagesic Suspension is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension with ibuprofen?
Megagesic Suspension can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension with aspirin?
Megagesic Suspension can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe?
Yes, Megagesic Suspension is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension banned?
No, Megagesic Suspension is not banned in India.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Megagesic Suspension is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Megagesic Suspension are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe in pregnancy?
No, Megagesic Suspension is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Megagesic Suspension in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe in asthma?
Megagesic Suspension is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension an antibiotic?
Megagesic Suspension is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension with paracetamol?
Megagesic Suspension and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.
Q. Does Megagesic Suspension contain aspirin?
Megagesic Suspension is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe?
Megagesic Suspension is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension for headache?
Megagesic Suspension can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Megagesic Suspension make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?
Megagesic Suspension does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Megagesic Suspension can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).
Q. Does Megagesic Suspension contain sulphur?
No, Megagesic Suspension does not contain sulphur.
Q. What does Megagesic Suspension treat or used for?
Megagesic Suspension is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension with ibuprofen?
Megagesic Suspension can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>
Q. Can I take Megagesic Suspension with aspirin?
Megagesic Suspension can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension banned?
No, Megagesic Suspension is not banned in India. However, as per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Megagesic Suspension is banned for children under 12 years of age
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
It is not known if Megagesic Suspension is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Megagesic Suspension are not to be used during breastfeeding.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe in pregnancy?
No, Megagesic Suspension is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Megagesic Suspension in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.
Q. Is Megagesic Suspension safe in asthma?
Megagesic Suspension is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.
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