Merigenta Injection

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Merigenta Injection

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Merigenta Injection Information

Merigenta Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Merigenta Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Merigenta Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Merigenta Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Merigenta Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Merigenta Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Merigenta Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Merigenta Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions.

Drug interactions for Merigenta 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 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Merigenta Injection Benefits & Uses

Merigenta Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Merigenta 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 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Merigenta Injection is used -

Merigenta Injection Related Warnings

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


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Merigenta. If you are pregnant, do not take Merigenta without a doctor's advice.

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


    Merigenta is safe for breastfeeding women.

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


    Merigenta rarely affects the kidneys.

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


    Using Merigenta does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

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


    Merigenta is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Merigenta Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Merigenta Injection Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta Injection

  • Is this Merigenta Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Merigenta Injection.

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


    After taking Merigenta Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merigenta Injection can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Merigenta Injection only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Merigenta Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Merigenta Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Merigenta Injection


    Taking Merigenta Injection with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Merigenta Injection


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gentamicin

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 747-748



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