MGD3 TAB

Overview

MGD3 TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

MGD3 TAB is composed of: VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL (1000 IU), MAGNESIUM (250 MG), PYRAZINAMIDE ( NAN), RIFAMPICIN ( NAN), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) ( NAN)



Pyrazinamide is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Pyrazinamide is used to treat tuberculosis (TB) in adults and children. Pyrazinamide must be used with other TB medicines. Tuberculosis can become resistant to treatment if pyrazinamide is used alone.

Rifampicin is an antibiotic. It works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme (RNA-polymerase) which is required by bacteria to make essential proteins and to reproduce. Rifampicin is used in the treatment of tuberculosis and leprosy.

Usage

PYRAZINAMIDE is generally used to treat: Tuberculosis

RIFAMPICIN is generally used to treat: Tuberculosis, Leprosy

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

MGD3 TAB is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for MGD3 TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, diabetes, gout, high uric acid level in the blood, alcoholism, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Avoid live vaccination during treatment period.

It is best taken on an empty stomach. If you get an upset stomach, try taking it with small portions of food. Your urine, tears and other secretions may become orange-red in colour. Avoid using contact lenses since they may become discolored. Avoid taking hormone-based birth control methods as Rifampicin may decrease their effectiveness.

Common Side-Effects

PYRAZINAMIDE : Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Arms Joint Pain
RIFAMPICIN : Head Headache, Dizziness, Vomit, Nausea, Fever, Chills

Serious Side-Effects

PYRAZINAMIDE : Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Rare Side-Effects

PYRAZINAMIDE : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

PYRAZINAMIDE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTITUBERCULOSIS AGENTS / ANTITUBERCULOSIS AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
RIFAMPICIN is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily	69%
Once Daily	21%

How long was it prescribed?

10 Days	40%
30 Days	29%
60 Days	11%
90 Days	7%
15 Days	4%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	1%
12 to 18yrs	1%
18 to 35yrs	18%
35 to 50yrs	24%
50 to 60yrs	16%
60 to 70yrs	19%
70yrs and above	22%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

57%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Orthopaedist	50%
ENT	39%
Gynaecologist And Obstetrician	5%
Physician	5%
Neurologist	1%
Urologist	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

UBICAR TAB	29%
A TO Z TAB	19%
DEPURA 60K	19%
LACARTIZ TAB	14%
NERVIDAY INJ	13%
FLAX SORE	12%
ARACHITOL 6L AMP	12%
CORCIUM K2 TAB	11%

Available Alternatives for MGD3 TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

MGD3 TAB

INR 164 for 10 TABLETS

VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 1000 IU, MAGNESIUM 250 MG, PYRAZINAMIDE NAN, RIFAMPICIN NAN, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) NAN

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

MGD3 60K TAB

INR 195 for 1 KIT

VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 6000 IU, MAGNESIUM 250 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) NAN, RIFAMPICIN NAN, PYRAZINAMIDE NAN