Merigat 400 Mg Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Wockhardt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Gatifloxacin (400 mg)

Merigat 400 Mg Tablet

5 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 38
5 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 38
130 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Wockhardt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Gatifloxacin (400 mg)

Merigat Information

Merigat is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Merigat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Merigat. 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.

Merigat also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Merigat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Merigat 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.

It is also important to note that Merigat has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Merigat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merigat related warnings section.

Merigat is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) are examples of such conditions. The section on Merigat contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Merigat have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Merigat is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Merigat Benefits & Uses

Merigat is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Merigat 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: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: Banned
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: Banned

Merigat Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Merigat safe for pregnant women?


    Merigat may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Merigat again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Merigat safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Merigat. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Merigat on the Kidneys?


    Using Merigat does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Merigat on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Merigat on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Merigat on the Heart?


    Merigat is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Merigat with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Merigat Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Merigat

  • Is this Merigat habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Merigat is addictive.

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


    Merigat will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Merigat may have some adverse effects on the body.

    Dangerous
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Merigat for mental disorders.

    No

Merigat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Merigat


    When consumed with certain foods, Merigat may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Merigat


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Merigat.

    Unknown


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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; ZymaxidY™ (gatifloxacin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399



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