Hepa Merz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion, Sachet, Tablet, Injection, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fatty Liver. Secondary and off-label uses of Hepa Merz have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Hepa Merz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Hepa Merz also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hepa Merz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Hepa Merz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Hepa Merz's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Hepa Merz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hepa Merz related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hepa Merz contraindications section.
Besides this, Hepa Merz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hepa Merz is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Hepa Merz 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hepa Merz is used -
Common
Is the use of Hepa Merz safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Hepamerz will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Hepa Merz safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Hepamerz on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Hepamerz will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Hepa Merz on the Kidneys?
Hepamerz does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hepa Merz on the Liver?
Hepamerz is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Hepa Merz on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Hepamerz for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hepa Merz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hepa Merz habit forming or addictive?
Hepa Merz does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Hepa Merz since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Hepa Merz is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hepa Merz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Hepa Merz
Taking Hepa Merz with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hepa Merz
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hepa Merz with alcohol.
No, Hepamerz does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides and discuss with the doctor.
Ideally, oral Hepamerz should be taken by mouth 2 - 3 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Hepamerz can be taken with or with food as the presence of food normally does not affect its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with diabetes mellitus and fructose intolerance.
Yes, Hepamerz may cause stomach pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience stomach pain after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller and apply balm and take rest. Even after that if the pain does not subside or becomes more severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Hepamerz is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at a regular dose which occurs in a few cases only such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
Yes, Hepamerz is helpful in hepatic encephalopathy which is a brain disorder that causes a decline in the functioning of the brain due to the accumulation of ammonia caused by liver damage. Hepamerz works by promoting the synthesis of glutamine in our body which is an amino acid that binds with ammonia, this binding results in the formation of a complex which is non-toxic in nature and easily removed from the body by kidneys in urine. Thus Hepamerz helps in inactivation or detoxification and removal of these harmful excessive levels of ammonia which restores its balance in our body.
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