Merigenta 80 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Merigenta 80 Injection Information

Merigenta 80 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Other than this, Merigenta 80 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Merigenta 80 Injection 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.

Some other side effects of Merigenta 80 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Merigenta 80 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Merigenta 80 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Merigenta 80 Injection related warnings talks about Merigenta 80 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Merigenta 80 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug interactions for Merigenta 80 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Merigenta 80 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Merigenta Benefits & Uses
Merigenta Dosage & How to Take
Merigenta Side Effects
Merigenta Related Warnings
Merigenta Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta
Merigenta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Merigenta 80 Injection Benefits & Uses

Merigenta 80 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Merigenta 80 Injection 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: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly 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: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly 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: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly 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: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly 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: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Merigenta 80 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Merigenta 80 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Merigenta can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Merigenta 80 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Merigenta is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Merigenta 80 Injection on the Kidneys?

Merigenta has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Merigenta 80 Injection on the Liver?

Merigenta does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Merigenta 80 Injection on the Heart?

Merigenta is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Merigenta 80 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merigenta 80 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta 80 Injection

Is this Merigenta 80 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Merigenta 80 Injection.

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

After taking Merigenta 80 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Merigenta 80 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Merigenta 80 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Merigenta 80 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Merigenta 80 Injection

Taking Merigenta 80 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Merigenta 80 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Merigenta 80 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta 80 Injection

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Merigenta?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

The injectable form of this drug should be taken as per doctor guidance only. Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of infections. Put 1 -2 drops of eye drop every 4-8 hours or as directed by the doctor and eye ointment is applied 2 - 4 times or directed by the doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Merigenta work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Merigenta contains gentamicin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Merigenta kills the bacteria and treats the infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Merigenta treat pink eye?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Merigenta is used for pink eye (conjunctivitis). It effectively treats the symptoms of pink eye. Since it is a prescription drug you should use it only on your doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Merigenta contain steroids?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Merigenta does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Merigenta treat typhoid fever?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes Merigenta is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to Salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.