Ertalym Information

Ertalym is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ertalym also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Ertalym depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ertalym as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ertalym are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Ertalym has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ertalym's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ertalym is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Brain and Nervous System, Brain Tumour are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ertalym are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Ertalym may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ertalym is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Ertalym Benefits & Uses
Ertalym Dosage & How to Take
Ertalym Side Effects
Ertalym Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ertalym with Other Drugs
Ertalym Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ertalym
Ertalym Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ertalym Benefits & Uses

Ertalym is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Ertalym Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Above 3 months old can take

Ertalym Related Warnings

Is the use of Ertalym safe for pregnant women?

Ertalym is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Ertalym safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ertalym on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Ertalym on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ertalym on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ertalym on the Liver?

Ertalym is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ertalym on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Ertalym for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ertalym with Other Drugs

Ertalym should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Valproic Acid

Divalproex

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Moderate

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Ertalym Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ertalym unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Brain and Nervous System
Brain Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Brain Tumour
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Frequently asked Questions about Ertalym

Is this Ertalym habit forming or addictive?

Ertalym is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ertalym as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ertalym is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ertalym cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ertalym Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ertalym

Taking Ertalym with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ertalym

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ertalym and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown