Megatin Dc Strip Of 10 Capsules
Description
Megatin Dc Capsule contains ampicillin and cloxacillin as its active ingredients. It is an antibiotic medicine. Megatin Dc Capsule is used to treat bacterial infection of lungs, throat, airways, skin
, soft tissues, bone, ear, nose, wounds after surgery caused by various organisms. This medicine acts by inhibiting the growth and thus killing the infection-causing bacteria. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor for the prescribed duration, as any missed or skipped dose can lead to treatment failure and reoccurrence of the infection.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹88.75 |
You Save | ₹36.25 (29% on MRP) |
Contains | Cloxacillin(250.0 Mg)+Ampicillin(250.0 Mg) |
Uses | Bacterial infection |
Side effects | Diarrheoa, nausea, vomiting, skin rash |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses
- Megatin Dc Capsule is used to treat bacterial infections of lungs, throat, airways, skin & soft tissue, bone, ear, nose, blood and other bacterial infections.
- It is also used to treat infection of wounds and lungs after surgery.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to ampicillin, cloxacillin or any of the ingredient of Megatin Dc Capsule.
- If you are allergic to similar antibiotics like cefixime, cefpodoxime, amoxicillin.
- Megatin Dc Capsule should never be used for eye infections and eye contact should be avoided.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Skin itching
- Skin rashes
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a history of allergy to penicillins.
- You experience serious allergic reactions and skin rashes after taking this medicine.
- You are having watery diarrhoea or severe stomach pain, immediately stop this medicine and consult your doctor.
- You develop other infections while taking this medicine.
- You have existing kidney problems.
- You should not give this medicine to newborn babies suffering from jaundice.
- It is advised to complete the course of antibiotics and not skip any dose even if you feel better.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store in a dry place at or below 25°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
- The overdose of Megatin Dc Capsule may cause serious kidney failure if you have existing kidney problems. Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
- If you think you have taken too much dose of the medicine than prescribed, inform your doctor immediately or reach the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
- If you have missed or have forgotten to take a single dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember. But if it's time for your next dose, skip the forgotten dose and continue with a regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of the medicine to compensate for a missed one....
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Megatin Dc Capsule works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially/In particular if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder....
Content Details

Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For how long do I need to take Megatin Dc Capsule?
Q: Can I take Megatin Dc Capsule for cold and flu as well?
Q: Can the use of Megatin Dc Capsule cause diarrhea?
Q: Why should I take Megatin Dc Capsule with food?
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