Metriphonate

Metriphonate is organophosphorus cholinestrase inhibitor, used as an anti infective agnent. it is used in the treatment of schistosomiasis (parasitic infection).


Brands
Adult Dose
Dose: 7.5 to 10 mg/kg
Single Dose: 8.8 (8.75)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: PO
Instructions: Once in 2 weeks, as required
Neonatal
Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
Single Dose: 7.5 (7.5)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: Oral
Instructions: Once in 2-Weeks, for 6 Weeks.
Paedriatic
Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
Single Dose: 7.5 (7.5)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: Oral
Instructions: Once in 2-Weeks, for 6 Weeks.
Characteristics
. It is of Natural origin and belongs to Organophosphate Ether. It belongs to Cholinestrase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Cholinergic Agonist pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Metriphonate is 257.50.
Contraindications
Metriphonate is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Metriphonate are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Weakness, Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Diarrhea, Tremors, SweatingX, Nausea and vomiting, Muscular weakness, Faintness, Bronchospasm, Abdominal colic, dizziness, faintness, Weakness.
Indications
Metriphonate is primarily indicated in conditions like Schistosomiasis.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Metriphonate was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Store Below 25°C. Protect from Sunlight.
Warnings
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