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Mekocetin is a prescription medication with the main ingredient being betamethasone. Mekocetin drug has anti-inflammatory effects and is often indicated in cases of rheumatism, allergies, eye diseases, ...
1. What is Mekocetin?
Is Mekocetin an antibiotic or not? Mekocetin is manufactured and registered by Mekophar Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company, Vietnam. Mekocetin belongs to the list of steroid hormone drugs, topical corticosteroids, medicines for asthma and COPD. The main active ingredient of mekocein is betamethasone. The drug is in the form of tablets. Each tablet contains 0.5mg betamethasone and excipients just enough.
Pharmacodynamics: Betamethasone is a synthetic corticosteroid, the main action is anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic. Betamethasone is suitable for use in conditions that are detrimental to water retention because of its low mineralocorticoid effect.
Pharmacokinetics: Betamethasone is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and rapidly distributed into tissues. Most of betamethasone is metabolised in the liver and excreted in the urine. Mekocetin crosses the placenta and is found in breast milk in small amounts.
2. What does Mekocetin do?
Mekocetin is usually indicated in the following cases:
Rheumatism Collagen diseases, skin diseases, allergies Endocrine diseases, eye diseases, respiratory tract, blood, cancer Other diseases that respond to therapy corticosteroid therapy. On the other hand, absolutely do not use Mekocetin in the following cases:
Allergy to any ingredient of Mekocetin Viral, bacterial, fungal infections Mental disorders, diabetes, peptic ulcers.
3. Dosage and how to use Mekocetin
Always carefully read the information about the drug in the attached leaflet, absolutely follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist about the dosage and route of administration. Mekocetin is a prescription drug, so you must not increase or decrease the dose on your own, or give Mekocetin to other people when they have the same symptoms as you.
3.1. It is best to drink the medicine with cold boiled water, swallow the tablet whole, do not chew or crush. Do not take the medicine with other liquid solutions such as tea, coffee, fruit juice, alcohol, ...
3.2. Dosage: 1 - 10 tablets/day. However, the dose should be adjusted depending on the medical condition and location of each patient. When clinical symptoms improve, the doctor will prescribe to gradually reduce the dose and to the minimum maintenance dose, discontinue the drug as soon as possible.
What is the dose of Mekocetin for children? The pediatric dose of Mekocetin has not been studied. Therefore, you must not arbitrarily use Mekocetin for children to avoid harmful health effects and consult your doctor about using Mekocetin for children.
3.3. Treatment of Levosulpiride overdose or missed dose Overdose: The most important thing is to take the medicine according to the prescribed dose, but if you accidentally overdose, monitor your health. When you notice any of these symptoms, contact your doctor or emergency center for treatment. Bring all the medicines you are taking, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, supplements, herbs, vitamins, etc. Missed dose: Take another dose when you remember. out as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose as directed. Do not make up for a missed dose by taking a double dose.
4. Undesirable effects of the drug Mekocetin
During treatment with Mekocetin you may encounter some of the following undesirable effects:
Common: Cushing's syndrome, fluid retention, potassium loss, decreased glucose tolerance, osteoporosis, muscle weakness, ... Uncommon: mood swings, insomnia, euphoria, cataracts, peptic ulcer, abdominal distention, esophagitis, ... Rare: urticaria, atopic dermatitis, ... Symptoms This clinical symptom can be eliminated or minimized by reducing the dose of Mekocetin.
The above are not all unwanted effects of Mekocetin, you may experience other symptoms. Please inform your doctor about all abnormalities you encounter during treatment so that they can be promptly treated.
5. Drug interactions
The phenomenon of drug interactions can change the effect or increase the toxicity of the drug. Make a list of all the medicines you are taking for your doctor or pharmacist. Do not arbitrarily stop the drug, increase or decrease the dose without the doctor's permission, especially:
Glucocorticoid: the risk of liver toxicity increases when combined with long-term or high-dose Paracetamol, changing effects of coumarin anticoagulants, increased risk of arrhythmias or digitalis glycosides with hypokalemia, increased blood salicylate levels. Glucocorticoids: the effect of increasing blood glucose should adjust the dose of antidiabetic drugs or insulin. Tricyclic antidepressants: increased psychosis when used with corticosteroids. Phenobarbitone, rifampicin, phenytoin, ephedrine: reduce the effect of corticosteroids. Estrogen: increases the effects and toxicity of glucocorticoids. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or alcohol: increased occurrence or severity of peptic ulcers when combined with glucocorticoids.
6. Some notes when using Mekocetin
Mekocetin should be used with caution in the following subjects: Herpes simplex eye, tuberculosis, heart failure, myocardial infarction, hypothyroidism, hypertension, glaucoma, epilepsy, liver failure, osteoporosis, kidney failure . Treatment should be started with the lowest dose and the dose should be tapered off gradually before discontinuing the drug. Prolonged use of Mekocetin causes cataracts, especially in children, damage to the optic nerve. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There are not enough data on the toxicity of Mekocetin when used with this subject. Therefore, it is necessary to weigh the benefits and risks when taking the drug and always consult a doctor to avoid harm to the fetus and nursing infant. Drivers and Machine Operators: The effects of Mekocetin on the ability to drive and use machines have not been reported. Note on storage, keep Mekocetin in a dry place, avoid mold and direct sunlight, temperature below 30 degrees Celsius, keep out of reach of children and pets. Mekocetin has a shelf life of 3 years from the date of manufacture. Always remember to check the expiry date of the medicine before taking it, do not use it when there are signs of changes in color, properties, no labels. Do not throw away medicine and toilet or plumbing.
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