apollo
0
Written By ,
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Sep 30, 2024 | 4:52 PM IST

Macgra 50 SR Tablet is used to treat motion sickness and vertigo. It contains Meclizine and folic acid. It works by blocking the chemical messengers that cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of balance. Macgra 50 SR Tablet may cause side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, fatigue (extreme tiredness), nausea, vomiting, nervousness, and irritability. It is recommended not to be used in children as safety and efficacy are not established.

Read more
Prescription drug

Whats That

tooltip
Prescription drug
 Trailing icon
Consult Doctor

Manufacturer/Marketer

Ultegra Healthcare Llp

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

for this medicine

About Macgra 50 SR Tablet

Macgra 50 SR Tablet belongs to the antihistamine class of medicine used to treat motion sickness and vertigo. Vertigo, sometimes known as dizziness, is a feeling of motion or spinning.

Macgra 50 SR Tablet contains Meclizine and folic acid. It works by blocking the chemical messengers that cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of balance.

Macgra 50 SR Tablet may cause certain side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, fatigue (extreme tiredness), nausea, vomiting, nervousness, and irritability. If these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

It is not recommended to take Macgra 50 SR Tablet if you are allergic to any contents. Before taking Macgra 50 SR Tablet , inform your doctor if you have liver/kidney disease, and stomach problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding beforehand. Macgra 50 SR Tablet is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy are not established.

Uses of Macgra 50 SR Tablet

Treatment of Motion sickness, Vertigo

Medicinal Benefits

Macgra 50 SR Tablet is used in the treatment of motion sickness and vertigo. It contains meclizine (antihistamine) and folic acid. Meclizine works by blocking the chemicals in the brain that cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of balance. It can cause drowsiness. It helps to overcome drowsiness that can be caused by meclizine. Folic acid is used to prevent and treat low folate levels.

Directions for Use

Take Macgra 50 SR Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not crush, break or chew it. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of medicine.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Macgra 50 SR Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Fatigue (extreme tiredness)
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Nervousness

Drug Warnings

Discontinue taking Macgra 50 SR Tablet and inform your doctor if you observe any allergic reactions or have previous allergies to any of the components. Before taking Macgra 50 SR Tablet , inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney problems, asthma, glaucoma (inside pressure in the eye), hypertension, stomach problems, hyperthyroidism, and seizures. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose of Macgra 50 SR Tablet or for a longer duration. It is advised not to drive or operate machines and alcohol consumption as it can cause dizziness. Macgra 50 SR Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should take Macgra 50 SR Tablet only if prescribed by the doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Macgra 50 SR Tablet may interact with a quinolone antibiotic (ciprofloxacin), a medicine used to treat respiratory diseases (theophylline), an antidepressant (duloxetine), a medicine used to treat Parkinson’s disease (selegiline), muscle relaxant (tizanidine), and medicines that induce sleep (clonazepam, diazepam, and lorazepam, etc.).

Drug-Food Interactions: Do not consume alcohol or marijuana, as it can increase the risk of side effects.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Macgra 50 SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver or stomach problems, insomnia (trouble sleeping), asthma, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), heart disease, and high blood pressure.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • TIZANIDINE
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • DULOXETINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try not to eat food, especially large or spicy meals, just before travelling, as it will reduce your chances of vomiting while travelling.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol, as it could lead to excessive drowsiness.
  • Allow sufficient air to reach you while travelling, as it will help reduce nausea and vomiting and reduce the ringing sensation of the ear.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Motion sickness: It is caused when nerves within your ear transmit false information about your brain's movement with signals. It clashes with the signals received from your other ear, your eyes, or your body, whether the nerves in one of your ears transmit too many, too few, or incorrect messages to your brain. Travel sickness is triggered while flying by frequent irregular movements. Like going over bumps or around in a circle, these repetitive motions give your brain loads of messages. 

Vertigo: Vertigo, sometimes known as dizziness, is a feeling of motion or spinning. Being lightheaded and vertigo are not the same thing. Vertigo patients experience the sensation that they are moving or spinning in real life, or that everything is spinning around them. Episodes of vertigo last for 20 minutes to many hours but not more than a day.

bannner image

Alcohol

Caution

Macgra 50 SR Tablet may interact with alcohol. Hence, avoid alcohol consumption as it can increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Macgra 50 SR Tablet . Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Macgra 50 SR Tablet . Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

bannner image

Driving

Unsafe

Macgra 50 SR Tablet may cause drowsiness. Hence, it is advised not to drive or operate machines if you feel drowsy or until you are alert.

bannner image

Liver

Caution

If you have liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Macgra 50 SR Tablet .

bannner image

Kidney

Caution

If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Macgra 50 SR Tablet .

bannner image

Children

Unsafe

Macgra 50 SR Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - MAC0493

FAQs

Macgra 50 SR Tablet is used to treat Motion sickness, Vertigo.
Macgra 50 SR Tablet contains Meclizine and folic acid. It works by blocking the chemicals in the brain that cause nausea, vomiting, and loss of balance. Together, Macgra 50 SR Tablet can reduce symptoms of motion sickness and vertigo.
Macgra 50 SR Tablet should be used cautiously in patients with respiratory problems such as asthma as this medicine may thicken the phlegm and cause breathing difficulty.
Macgra 50 SR Tablet should be taken exactly 1 hour before you are supposed to travel to prevent motion sickness as it takes approximately 1 hour to show its effect. But may vary from person to person.

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.