Rs.800for 1 strip(s) (10 capsules each)
food interaction for Mexcroin Capsule
alcohol interaction for Mexcroin Capsule
pregnancy interaction for Mexcroin Capsule
lactation interaction for Mexcroin Capsule
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Mexcroin Capsule is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mexcroin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mexcroin Capsule 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mexcroin Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Mexcroin 150mg Capsule
Mexiletine(150mg)
Mexcroin capsule uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Arrhythmia.
How mexcroin capsule works
Mexcroin Capsule is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It regulates heart beat by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart.
Common side effects of mexcroin capsule
Liver necrosis, Exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Pancreatic inflammation, Upper abdominal pain, Lightheadedness, Tremors, Impaired coordination, Fatigue, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Sleep disturbance, Rash, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Mexcroin Capsule
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4 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Mexcroin Capsule
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform activities require mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Do not start any medicine including prescription or over-the-counter medicines without informing your doctor, as they may alter Mexiletine levels in your body.
- Your doctor may get blood tests done to check your sodium and potassium levels, kidney function, and lung function before starting treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you experience slow or fast heart rate, chest pain, shortness of breath.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- You have been prescribed Mexiletine to treat irregular heart rhythm.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform activities require mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Do not start any medicine including prescription or over-the-counter medicines without informing your doctor, as they may alter Mexiletine levels in your body.
- Your doctor may get blood tests done to check your sodium and potassium levels, kidney function, and lung function before starting treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you experience slow or fast heart rate, chest pain, shortness of breath.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Mexcroin 150mg Capsule
Mexiletine
Q. Is Mexcroin Capsule a beta blocker?
No, Mexcroin Capsule is not a beta blocker. It is a sodium channel blocker and belongs to antiarrhythmic class of medicine. It blocks the fast sodium channels in heart, and therefore, helps in treating ventricular arrhythmia (abnormal electrical activity). This medicine blocks certain electrical signals in the heart and stabilizes the heart rhythm.
Q. Does Mexcroin Capsule lower heart rate?
Mexcroin Capsule may lower your heart rate. In addition to this, it may also cause palpitations, irregular heart beats, decrease in blood pressure and atrial fibrillation (abnormal heart rhythm). Therefore, you will probably be hospitalized when you begin your treatment with Mexcroin Capsule. Your doctor will monitor you carefully during this time and for as long as you continue to take Mexcroin Capsule.
Q. Is Mexcroin Capsule bad for liver?
Yes, Mexcroin Capsule may cause liver damage. This may occur within a few weeks of starting Mexcroin Capsule and is more likely to occur in patients with heart failure. Patients who have impaired liver function are monitored carefully. Also, the half life of Mexcroin Capsule is prolonged in patients having liver problems and it stays for more time in body. Tell your doctor if you notice symptoms such as fatigue, dark or “tea-colored” urine, loss of appetite for several days or longer, or pain and tenderness on the right side of the abdomen. Look out if your skin or the white part of your eyes turn yellow (jaundice) and consult your doctor immediately.