Merucef 500mg Injection
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Product introduction
Merucef 500mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.
Merucef 500mg Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This medicine will be given to you regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening of infection.
The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, rash, changes in liver function tests and blood cell counts (such as high eosinophil count, decreased white blood cells, and low lood platelets). Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Uses of Merucef Injection
Benefits of Merucef Injection
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Merucef 500mg Injection is the injection form of a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Merucef Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Merucef
- Diarrhea
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Rash
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Low blood platelets
How to use Merucef Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Merucef Injection works
Merucef 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Merucef 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Merucef 500mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Merucef 500mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Merucef 500mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Merucef 500mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Merucef 500mg Injection is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Merucef 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Merucef 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Dose adjustment of Merucef 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Dose adjustment of Merucef 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
What if you forget to take Merucef Injection?
If you miss a dose of Merucef 500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Merucef 500mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Discontinue Merucef 500mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Interaction with drugs
Taking Merucef with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause serious cardiorespiratory problems, especially in newborns.
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Concurrent use may cause serious cardiorespiratory problems, especially in newborns.
Do not consume Ceftriaxone with Calcium. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your d
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time and adjust the dose of Warfarin accor
Ceftriaxone may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ceftriaxon
Ceftriaxone may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Ceftriaxone. If Purified Vi Polys
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Merucef 500mg Injection safe?
Merucef 500mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How long does Merucef 500mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Merucef 500mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Who should not take Merucef 500mg Injection?
Merucef 500mg Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Merucef 500mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gall bladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, do not take Merucef 500mg Injection without consulting your doctor to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
What if I do not get better after using Merucef 500mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
For how long does Merucef 500mg Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Merucef 500mg Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
Is Merucef 500mg Injection effective?
Merucef 500mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Merucef 500mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
How is Merucef 500mg Injection administered?
Merucef 500mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Merucef 500mg Injection.
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Name: Vimac Healthcare
Address: 301, 3rd Floor, Aura Biplex Landmark Kalyan Jewellers, S V Road, Borivali (W), Mumbai – 400 092
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Merucef 500mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Merucef 500mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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