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Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. The alternative uses of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other contraindications of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Is the use of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Primegard in pregnant women.
Is the use of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Primegard may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Primegard may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Primegard is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Primegard for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection
You can take Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Primegard 250 Mg/1000 Mg Injection.
Discontinuing Primegard on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Do not self-administer Primegard. It comes in the form of injection and given preferably 2 - 3 times in a day (Intravenously). Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 10 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as hearing loss and nephrotoxicity while taking Primegard please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Primegard is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Primegard taken a high dose for a long time or may occur if the drug is given to a patient that already suffer from kidney problem. Nephrotoxicity associated with this drug may reduce or minimize by taking some precaution before consuming this drug like monitor kidney functions regularly and do not take it in high doses. Avoid taking Primegard with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.
No, Primegard cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Primegard by combining the beta-lactam ring of penicillin with an amino group of this drug to form amide which is biologically inactive. For this reason Primegard should not be taken with penicillin. The chances of inactivation of this drug are higher in case of renal failure because in this case concentration of penicillin is higher in the kidney for a longer time as compared to the normal renal function.
Primegard can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
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