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Megatin DC Capsule

10 Capsule(s) in Strip

MRP117.19

85.55

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Megatin DC Capsule

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ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD

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CAPSULE

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Cloxacillin(250.0 Mg)+Ampicillin(250.0 Mg)
Uses
Bacterial infection
Therapy
Antibiotic
Side effects
Diarrheoa, nausea, vomiting, skin rash
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical 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.

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

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Pregnancy

The effect of Megatin Dc Capsule in pregnant women is not clearly known. However, it should be used only if prescribed by your doctor after considering it to be essential and safe. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Megatin Dc Capsule passes into breast milk and can cause side effects like diarrhoea and fungal infection of the mouth to the baby. Therefore it is advised not to breastfeed when you are taking this medicine.

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Driving

Megatin Dc Capsule does not alter the ability to drive.

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Alcohol

Consuming alcohol may exaggerate such symptoms related to the stomach like nausea and vomiting. Avoid drinking when you are taking this medicine.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • 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

Megatin Dc Capsule should be taken as a whole with a glass of water at a fixed time to gain optimal benefit. It should not be broken, crushed or chewed.

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?

Megatin Dc Capsule inhibits the formation of the outer membrane of bacteria and thereby kills the bacteria responsible for the infection.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You are supposed to complete the prescribed dosage given by your physician. If you skip the dose or do not complete the course it may cause resistance and decrease the effectiveness of immediate treatment.

No, you cannot take Megatin Dc Capsule for treating cold and flu. This is specific for treating bacterial infections while cold and flu are caused by viruses. So, taking this medicine in such conditions may lead to antibiotic resistance.

Yes, the use of Megatin Dc Capsule can cause diarrhoea along with the desired effect, but not everyone gets them. It is an antibiotic that kills both good and bad bacteria, when good bacteria present in the intestine gets killed it can cause diarrhoea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea, talk to your doctor about it.

Megatin Dc Capsule should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset, also it enhances the absorption of the medicine thereby consuming this medicine on empty stomach can result in stomach upset.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:MEGATIN DC

Manufacturer Name:ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD

Address:<p>1. Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.</p>

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Megatin Dc Strip Of 10 Capsules will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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