Merinta 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Merinta 500 Injection Information

Merinta 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Merinta 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Merinta 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Merinta 500 Injection include Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Merinta 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Merinta 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Merinta 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Merinta 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merinta 500 Injection related warnings section.

Merinta 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Merinta 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Merinta 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Merinta 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Merinta Benefits & Uses
Merinta Dosage & How to Take
Merinta Side Effects
Merinta Related Warnings
Merinta Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Merinta
Merinta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Merinta 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Merinta 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meningitis
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Peritonitis
Cystic Fibrosis

Merinta 500 Injection 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: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Merinta 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Merinta 500 Injection is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Diarrhoea
Rash
Urticaria
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Drowsiness
Vertigo

Common

Excessive sweating

Merinta 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Merinta 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Merinta. It is best to stop taking Merinta immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Merinta 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Merinta can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Merinta 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Merinta rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Merinta 500 Injection on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Merinta 500 Injection on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Merinta for the heart.

Safe

Merinta 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merinta 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Merinta 500 Injection

Is this Merinta 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Merinta 500 Injection has not been reported.

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

After taking Merinta 500 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merinta 500 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Merinta 500 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Merinta 500 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Merinta 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Merinta 500 Injection

Taking Merinta 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Merinta 500 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Merinta 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Merinta 500 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can Merinta cause fever?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [Medicine[ can cause fever. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience high fever after taking this drug, then you are highly recommended to consult a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Merinta used to treat UTI?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Merinta can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection or the severity of infection is very high.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Merinta help in preventing cold?

Dr. , General Physician

Merinta does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Merinta without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Merinta is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.