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Erap 1gm Injection 1s

by Apkavit Lifesciences
Ertapenem (1gm)

₹2600

Erap 1gm Injection 1s

Introduction to Erap 1gm Injection 1s

Erap 1gm Injection is commonly used to treat seriously ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a healthcare professional. The dose depends on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body and how serious it is. You should have your injections at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed it, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like headache, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, rash or local redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, you may be advised blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Advice for Erap 1gm Injection 1s

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Consuming alcohol with Erap 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

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Erap 1gm Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.

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Erap 1gm Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Erap 1gm Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Certain side effects, such as dizziness and sleepiness, have been reported with Erap 1gm Injection, which may affect some patients’ ability to drive or operate machinery

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Erap 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Erap 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Erap 1gm Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Erap 1gm Injection is recommended.

How Erap 1gm Injection 1s works

Erap 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How To Use Erap 1gm Injection 1s

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Side Effects Of Erap 1gm Injection 1s

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea

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FAQ's on Erap 1gm Injection 1s

Is Erap safe to be used in children?

Safety of Erap in children less than 3 months of age has not yet been assessed. However, the side effects and effectivity of Erap in children beyond the age of 3 months is almost similar when compared with adults.

What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Erap?

Drug resistance is a condition in which the bacteria gets modified in your body and stops reacting to the medicine. Because of this, the medicine stops working. Resistance to Erap is not very common at least for the bacteria against which it works.

Does Erap have any effect on blood sugar levels if taken to treat infections of diabetic foot?

Rare reports suggest that Erap may decrease the blood sugar levels, but this medicine does not affect the blood sugar levels in everyone. However, it is important to keep monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly. Consult your doctor if you experience any sudden dip in blood sugar levels.

What if I cannot tolerate Erap?

It is common to have minor side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headache but generally these settle down. If these symptoms trouble you, contact your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine to help you get rid of these symptoms. Serious side effects occur in very rare cases. But, if you experience any serious complication, seek immediate medical advice.

Prescription Required

Erap 1gm Injection 1s

by Apkavit Lifesciences
Ertapenem (1gm)

₹2600

Erap 1gm Injection 1s

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