Dralazz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dralazz Information

Dralazz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Dralazz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Dralazz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Dralazz are Excessive sweating. Some other side effects of Dralazz have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dralazz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Dralazz's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Dralazz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dralazz related warnings section.

Dralazz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dralazz in conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy. The section on Dralazz contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Dralazz with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Dralazz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Dralazz Benefits & Uses
Dralazz Dosage & How to Take
Dralazz Side Effects
Dralazz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dralazz with Other Drugs
Dralazz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dralazz
Dralazz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dralazz Benefits & Uses

Dralazz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meningitis
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Peritonitis
Cystic Fibrosis

Dralazz 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: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dralazz Related Warnings

Is the use of Dralazz safe for pregnant women?

Dralazz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dralazz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Dralazz safe during breastfeeding?

Dralazz can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dralazz on the Kidneys?

Dralazz has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Dralazz on the Liver?

Dralazz is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dralazz on the Heart?

Dralazz is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Dralazz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Probenecid

Ganciclovir

Dralazz Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Dralazz

Is this Dralazz habit forming or addictive?

Dralazz does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Dralazz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Dralazz only as per medical advice.

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

Dralazz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dralazz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dralazz

Taking Dralazz with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dralazz

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dralazz with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dralazz

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Dralazz work?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Dralazz works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dralazz help in preventing cold?

Dr. , General Physician

Dralazz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dralazz cause fever?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [Medicine[ can cause fever. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience high fever after taking this drug, then you are highly recommended to consult a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dralazz cause diarrhea?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Dralazz can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Dralazz?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Dralazz is a brand name for Meropenem and available in injection form. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called carbapenem antibiotics. Dralazz is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.