Megalase: to treat inflammation and swelling

Megalase is an effective drug in the face of swelling and inflammation, and below we learn about its components, indications and contraindications for its use, and the difference between it and the famous Fentin tablets that are also used in the treatment of swelling and inflammation.

Megalase

• This medicine is available in the form of coated tablets to be taken by mouth.
• Contains the active ingredient alpha amylase.
• It is used to reduce swelling and inflammation.
• It should only be used under the supervision of a physician according to the patient’s condition.

Ingredients for Megalise Tablets

alpha amylase (Alpha Amylase): It is one of the digestive enzymes that exist naturally in the body, and works to break down food (especially carbohydrates) into smaller particles so that it is easier to absorb and benefit from. Thus, the accumulation of fluids in this place decreases, and thus reduces swelling and inflammation.

Types of medication Migliase

This drug, produced by Amoun, is available in two types:

Megalase Tablets: Tablets to be taken orally, one package contains 30 tablets to be taken orally with a concentration of 3000 IU of alpha-amylase enzyme in one tablet.

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Megalase Syrup: A 125 ml syrup bottle with a concentration of 1000 IU of amylase enzyme per 5 ml of syrup.

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What are the uses of Megalis?

This medicine is used to reduce swelling and inflammation associated with many conditions, such as:

• After undergoing some surgeries.
• Accidents and injuries.
• Upper respiratory infections.
• following oral and dental procedures.
• Bruises and fractures.

Megalise for sore throat

This medicine may be used for cases of sore throat associated with infection or after undergoing surgery, and it can be used alone in the absence of infection, but if an infection appears, other medicines must be used that are suitable for each case according to its type and severity.

Megalis for sinuses

This medication helps to get rid of the inflammation and swelling associated with many upper respiratory tract infections including nose, throat, and sinusitis.

This medicine helps to reduce the swelling that causes difficulty in breathing, but it does not replace the use of decongestants, anti-allergic drugs or antibiotics, depending on the type and severity of the complaint in each patient.

Megalise for children

There is a syrup available from this medicine that is used for children in cases of sore throat and after undergoing surgical procedures or in cases of fractures or swelling and bruises, as it reduces swelling and improves the ability to recover.

Megalease dose is a medicine

tablet dosage

The usual dose for adults is 1 tablet by mouth up to 3 times daily.

drink doses

• The usual dose of syrup for adults is: 15 ml 3 times daily.
• Children 6 years of age or older: 10 ml 3 times daily.
• Children up to 6 years: 5 ml 3 times daily.

How to use megalis

It is recommended to take this medicine about half an hour before meals or as determined by the doctor, and the duration of use and the other medicines used are determined according to the severity of the inflammation and the age of the patient.

It is not recommended to use this medicine for more than 3 consecutive days, except after consulting a doctor.

If there are any signs of infection, such as a fever, you should consult your doctor to determine an anti-infective drug in combination with Migalase, depending on the type and severity of this infection.

Megalease side effects

Taking Megalase may cause some side effects in rare cases, including:

• itching
• Skin rash.

Megalase treatment should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted as soon as possible if any of the symptoms that indicate an allergic reaction to any of its components appear, including severe redness and inflammation of the eyes, swelling of the face or tongue, difficulty breathing, and severe itching.

Contraindications for the use of Megase tablets

It is forbidden to use this medicine in cases of:

• Hypersensitivity to the active substance in this medicine or any of its ingredients.

You should consult a doctor before using these tablets in cases of:

• The presence of infection in conjunction with inflammation or swelling.

Megalize rivet and load

The effect of this drug on pregnancy is uncertain, so it is not recommended to use it for pregnant women except after consulting a doctor to evaluate the desired benefit and compare it with any expected risks to ensure the safety of the fetus in all cases.

Megalis and lactation

Due to the lack of medical evidence that confirms the safety of this drug on the infant in terms of the active substance reaching it with breast milk and negatively affecting it, it is not recommended to use it during the breastfeeding period except after consulting the doctor to avoid any risks to the infant.

Medication interactions of Migliase

Although no drug interactions have been proven when megalase is used with other drugs, it is preferable to be careful and tell the doctor about the drugs you usually use to avoid any harmful drug interactions, especially when using other anti-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory drugs.

Alternative to Megalease tablets

Similar medicines (medicines that contain the same active ingredient as the medicine):

Alternative medicines (medicines that contain another active ingredient but have the same use):

What is the difference between Megales and Ventern?

megales:

• This medicine is available in the form of tablets and oral syrup.
• Contains the enzyme alpha amylase.
• It is used in cases of swelling and inflammation for adults and children.
• Produced by Amoun Pharmaceutical Industries.

Alvintern

• This medicine is available as tablets to be taken by mouth only.
• It contains trypsin and chymotrypsin.
• It is used in cases of swelling and inflammation for adults.
• Produced by Amoun Pharmaceutical Industries.

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What is an alternative to Megase for children?

The most popular alternative to Megase syrup is Maxilase syrup, which contains the same active ingredient in the same concentration and is also popular for children.

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