About Megapen Capsule 10’s
Megapen Capsule 10’s belongs to the group of antibiotics called ‘penicillin’ used to treat wide range of bacterial infections. It is a ‘broad-spectrum antibiotic‘ which treat various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.
Megapen Capsule 10’s contains two penicillin antibiotics namely: Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. Megapen Capsule 10’s works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Megapen Capsule 10’s does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
Take Megapen Capsule 10’s 30-60 minutes before meals. The tablet form of Megapen Capsule 10’s should be swallowed as a whole; do not crush or chew the tablet. The liquid form of Megapen Capsule 10’s should be taken by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use. A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of Megapen Capsule 10’s; do not self-administer. The dose and duration of Megapen Capsule 10’s can vary depending upon your condition and severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, rashes, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Before starting Megapen Capsule 10’s, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Megapen Capsule 10’s on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Avoid taking Megapen Capsule 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.
Uses of Megapen Capsule 10’s
Bacterial infections
Medicinal Benefits
Megapen Capsule 10’s belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called ‘penicillins‘ composed of two antibiotics, namely: ampicillin and cloxacillin. Megapen Capsule 10’s is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is used to treat various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. Megapen Capsule 10’s is bactericidal in nature. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Megapen Capsule 10’s works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Megapen Capsule 10’s does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
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Side Effects of Megapen Capsule 10’s
Like all medicines, Megapen Capsule 10’s can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Diarrhoea, rashes, nausea, and vomiting are the common side-effects of Megapen Capsule 10’s. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.
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Drug Warnings
Before starting Megapen Capsule 10’s, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any penicillin antibiotics, kidney or liver problems. Do not take Megapen Capsule 10’s on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pains. Talk to your doctor before taking Megapen Capsule 10’s if you had diarrhoea after taking antibiotic or inflammation of the bowel. Avoid taking Megapen Capsule 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Megapen Capsule 10’s to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Intake of Megapen Capsule 10’s may increase risk of jaundice (liver problem) in new born babies so it should be only given after consulting doctor. Megapen Capsule 10’s is not recommended for eye use and is contraindicated. Megapen Capsule 10’s should not be given to the people with infectious mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever) leukaemia (blood cancer).
Drug Interactions
DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS: Megapen Capsule 10’s may have interaction with antibiotics with sulphonamides (sulfamethoxazol/trimethoprim, sulfadiazine and sulfisoxazole), other antibiotics (azithromycin, gentamycin), anticoagulants (warfarin), anti-gout which decreases uric acid (allopurinol, probenecid), and pain killer (aspirin).
FOOD-DRUG INTERACTIONS: No food interaction found.
DRUG-DISEASE INTERACTION: Megapen Capsule 10’s may have interactions with colitis (inflammation in the lining of the intestine or colon), bone marrow toxicity (blood cancer), and mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever).
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