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

Merigenta Information

Merigenta is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream, Injection, Drops. Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Merigenta has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Merigenta 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Merigenta as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Merigenta go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Merigenta is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Merigenta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merigenta related warnings section.

Merigenta can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Merigenta in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease.

Besides this, Merigenta may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Merigenta is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Merigenta Benefits & Uses

Merigenta is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Merigenta 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Merigenta Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Merigenta is used -

Merigenta Related Warnings

Is the use of Merigenta 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 safe during breastfeeding?

Merigenta is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Merigenta on the Kidneys?

Merigenta rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Merigenta on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Merigenta on the Heart?

Merigenta is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Merigenta with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Merigenta Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta

Is this Merigenta habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Merigenta.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Merigenta only as per medical advice.

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

No, Merigenta cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Merigenta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Merigenta

Taking Merigenta with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Merigenta

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Merigenta

Question about 5 years ago

Does Merigenta cause eye irritation?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Eye drop of this drug may cause eye irritation. This occurs very rarely. If you experience excessive irritation of skin after using this drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Merigenta without consulting a doctor?

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

No, Merigenta is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Merigenta cause acne?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Merigenta does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Merigenta cause itching?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Merigenta causes itching. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive itching after using this drug, then discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Merigenta cause hallucination?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Merigenta may cause hallucinations infrequently in a few cases only. If you are experiencing hallucinations after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.