Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection Information
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. The alternative uses of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Septic Arthritis
- Pneumonia
- Osteomyelitis
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Bacterial Infections
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Blood Infection
- Peritonitis
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg 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
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Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection is used -
Moderate
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Inflammation of a vein
- Vaginal inflammation
- Erythema
- Increased Liver Enzymes
Mild
- Headache
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Rash
- Itching or burning
- Diarrhoea
- Urticaria
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Unknown
- Uncoordinated Body Movements
- Hearing Loss
- Renal Impairment
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection Related Warnings
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Is the use of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Primegard in pregnant women.
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Is the use of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Primegard may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Primegard may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Primegard is completely safe for the liver.
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What is the effect of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Primegard for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection with Other Drugs
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection
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Is this Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.
Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection
You can take Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection.
Frequently asked Questions about Primegard 500 Mg/2000 Mg Injection
Question over 6 years ago
Can I take Primegard without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
Primegard is a prescription drug, hence do not take Primegard without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Primegard cause thrombocytopenia?
Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician
Occasionally, Primegard can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in the vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Primegard cause constipation?
Dr. , General Physician
No, Primegard does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Question over 6 years ago
Can I take Primegard with lidocaine?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, Primegard can be taken with lidocaine. The clinical report suggests that no harmful drug-drug interactions have been observed between them so far. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist between them. These two medicines are high alert drug so you must consult your doctor before taking Primegard together.
Question over 6 years ago
Is Primegard safe to use?
Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Primegard is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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