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Emstar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Emstar has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Emstar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Emstar also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. Some other side effects of Emstar have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Emstar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Emstar's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Emstar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Emstar related warnings section.
Emstar is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Emstar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Emstar with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Emstar is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Emstar 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 Emstar safe for pregnant women?
Emstar can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Emstar right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Emstar safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Emstar. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Emstar on the Kidneys?
Emstar may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emstar on the Liver?
Emstar is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Emstar on the Heart?
You can take Emstar without any fear of damage to the heart.
Emstar 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 Emstar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emstar habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Emstar has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Emstar you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Emstar is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Emstar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emstar
You can take Emstar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emstar
Information about the interaction of Emstar and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Ideally, Emstar should be taken 3 daily or as advised by your doctor. generally, meropenem injections are given in the hospital. Precautions must be taken in patients seizures, brain disease, or kidney disease
Emstar 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. Emstar is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.
Emstar 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.
Emstar can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Emstar is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as diarrhea, headache, and nausea & vomiting. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
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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
