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Sermika 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Sermika 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Sermika 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sermika 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sermika 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Sermika 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Sermika 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Sermika 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Sermika 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Sermika 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Sermika 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Sermika 500 Injection 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Sermika 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Sermika shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Sermika 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Sermika in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Sermika 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Sermika may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Sermika 500 Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Sermika on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Sermika 500 Injection on the Heart?
Side effects of Sermika rarely affect the heart.
Sermika 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sermika 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sermika 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Sermika 500 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Sermika 500 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sermika 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sermika 500 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sermika 500 Injection
Taking Sermika 500 Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sermika 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Sermika 500 Injection.
Yes, Sermika is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Sermika 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 Sermika with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.
Discontinuing Sermika 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.
No, Sermika is not available in tablet form. It is available in only injectable dosage form either given by intramuscularly or intravenously depends on patient condition or severity of infections.
Sermika can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Do not self-administer Sermika. 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 Sermika please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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