Merigenta 0.1% Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Information

Merigenta 0.1% Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Merigenta 0.1% Cream have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Merigenta 0.1% Cream. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Merigenta 0.1% Cream have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Merigenta 0.1% Cream 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Merigenta 0.1% Cream is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Merigenta 0.1% Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Merigenta 0.1% Cream is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug reaction of Merigenta 0.1% Cream with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Merigenta 0.1% Cream 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 0.1% Cream Benefits & Uses

Merigenta 0.1% Cream is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Merigenta 0.1% Cream 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: Burns Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Burns Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Burns Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Burns Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Burns Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Merigenta 0.1% Cream 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 0.1% Cream safe during breastfeeding?

Merigenta is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Merigenta 0.1% Cream on the Kidneys?

Merigenta rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Merigenta 0.1% Cream on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Merigenta 0.1% Cream on the Heart?

Merigenta is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merigenta 0.1% Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta 0.1% Cream

Is this Merigenta 0.1% Cream habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Merigenta 0.1% Cream.

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

After taking Merigenta 0.1% Cream, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merigenta 0.1% Cream can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Merigenta 0.1% Cream only as per medical advice.

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

No, Merigenta 0.1% Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Merigenta 0.1% Cream

Taking Merigenta 0.1% Cream with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Merigenta 0.1% Cream

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Merigenta 0.1% Cream and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta 0.1% Cream

Question over 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 almost 6 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 over 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 5 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 almost 5 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

Merigenta 0.1% Cream

Merigenta 0.1% Cream

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Information

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Benefits & Uses

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Dosage & How to Take

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Related Warnings

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta 0.1% Cream

Merigenta 0.1% Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta 0.1% Cream

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Merigenta?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Merigenta work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Merigenta treat pink eye?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Merigenta contain steroids?

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Merigenta treat typhoid fever?

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

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