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Zaxter is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Zaxter have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zaxter. 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.
Zaxter also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zaxter can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Zaxter are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Zaxter's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zaxter's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zaxter is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zaxter contraindications section.
Besides this, Zaxter may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zaxter, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zaxter is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Zaxter safe for pregnant women?
Zaxter can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Zaxter right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Zaxter safe during breastfeeding?
Zaxter may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Zaxter, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Zaxter.
What is the effect of Zaxter on the Kidneys?
Zaxter has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zaxter on the Liver?
Zaxter is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zaxter on the Heart?
Zaxter is completely safe for the heart.
Zaxter should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zaxter unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zaxter habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zaxter.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zaxter as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zaxter should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zaxter cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zaxter
It is safe to take Zaxter with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zaxter
Information about the interaction of Zaxter and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Zaxter does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
Yes, you can use Zaxter to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming medicine for pneumonia.
Zaxter is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Zaxter can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection or the severity of infection is very high.
Discontinuing Zaxter in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing problem and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Merrem® IV (meropenem)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731