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Ertalym is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ertalym also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ertalym 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ertalym as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ertalym are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ertalym has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ertalym's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ertalym is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Brain and Nervous System, Brain Tumour are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ertalym are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ertalym may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ertalym is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ertalym 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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Is the use of Ertalym safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ertalym safely.
Is the use of Ertalym safe during breastfeeding?
Ertalym has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ertalym on the Kidneys?
Ertalym rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ertalym on the Liver?
Ertalym is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Ertalym on the Heart?
Ertalym is completely safe for the heart.
Ertalym 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 Ertalym unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ertalym habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ertalym has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ertalym as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ertalym only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ertalym for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ertalym
Taking Ertalym with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ertalym
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ertalym.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Invanz® (ertapenem)