Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR
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Introduction To Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR is a combination medicine used in the treatment of vertigo. It prevents the feeling of nausea, vomiting, light-headedness and other symptoms of vertigo.
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, dryness in the mouth, headache, and fatigue. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist. This medicine may also cause sleepiness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Uses of Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR
- Vertigo
Benefits of Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR
Vertigo
Vertigo means a spinning sensation or dizziness that is triggered due to
frequent movement. It can happen due to many reasons but it may also occur
without any underlying disease. You may experience spinning sensation
(vertigo), nausea or vomiting as a result of this condition. Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR helps
treat these symptoms effectively. If you feel dizzy while getting up from the
bed, sit for a while and then rise slowly to avoid having an accidental fall.
Side effects of Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR
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 Meclisafe
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Allergic reaction
How to use Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR
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. Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR works
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines: Meclizine and Folic Acid. Meclizine is an antihistamine which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby controlling nausea, vomiting and light- headedness in vertigo. Folic acid provides essential nutrients.
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR to relieve vertigo (dizziness) and feeling of nausea, vomiting associated with it.
- Take it at the same time each day to maintain a steady amount of the medicine in your body.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Do not take it for longer than 7 days without consulting your doctor.
- Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR can only decrease the number and severity of attacks but may not completely stop them.
- Before taking Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcer or asthma.
Safety Advice
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR if I’m pregnant?
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
BreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR if I’m breastfeeding?
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Larger doses or prolonged use of Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
AlcoholCAUTION
Is drinking alcohol while taking Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR safe?
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR?
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR if I have/had kidney diseases?
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR if I have/had liver diseases?
Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Meclisafe 50mg/5mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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