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Microgram is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Microgram also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Microgram depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Microgram can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Microgram go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Microgram's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Microgram's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Microgram is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Microgram contraindications section.
Additionally, Microgram may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Microgram is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Microgram is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Microgram safe for pregnant women?
Microgram has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Microgram without medical advice.
Is the use of Microgram safe during breastfeeding?
Microgram is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Microgram on the Kidneys?
Microgram may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Microgram on the Liver?
Microgram does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Microgram on the Heart?
Microgram is completely safe for the heart.
Microgram should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Microgram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Microgram habit forming or addictive?
Microgram is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Microgram
Taking Microgram with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Microgram
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Microgram and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Microgram should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Microgram is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Microgram might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Microgram to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
Microgram is used for the short-term treatment up to 2 weeks and if required then maximum up to 4 weeks. You are advised to use it as directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid the unpleasant side effect.
No, Microgram alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Microgram is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Microgram should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Microgram and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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