Monopas Tablet
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Product introduction
Monopas Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is used to treat tuberculosis that is resistant to other medicines. It is generally used in combination with other medicines, as part of a regimen.
Monopas Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Monopas Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Monopas Tablet
Benefits of Monopas Tablet
In Tuberculosis (TB)
Monopas Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Monopas Tablet
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 Monopas
- Allergic reaction
- Skin rash
- Vomiting
- Nausea
How to use Monopas Tablet
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. Monopas Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Monopas Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Monopas Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Monopas Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Monopas Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Monopas Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Monopas Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Monopas Tablet is used for the treatment of tuberculosis that is resistant to other drugs.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Take it with an acidic liquid such as fruit juices.
- Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you have severe liver disease or if you are allergic to aspirin.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amiosalicylic Acid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Sulphonamides
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Monopas Tablet
Thrice A Day
71%
Twice A Day
15%
Once A Day
12%
Four Times A *
2%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Monopas Tablet for?
Tuberculosis *
71%
Bacterial inf*
29%
*Tuberculosis (TB), Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
60%
Poor
20%
Average
20%
What were the side-effects while using Monopas Tablet?
Vomiting
33%
No Side Effec*
33%
Diarrhoea
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Monopas Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Monopas Tablet on price
Expensive
56%
Not Expensive
22%
Average
22%
FAQs
What if I don't get better after using Monopas Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Monopas Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Monopas Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Monopas Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Monopas Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea gets severe, talk to your doctor about it.
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- Drugs.com. Sodium aminosalicylate. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Country of origin: India
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