Merypat Sachet
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Product introduction
Merypat Sachet is a medicine used for the reduction of high blood potassium levels in patients with chronic kidney disease who are undergoing dialysis. It helps removes the extra potassium from the body and brings potassium levels back to normal.
Merypat Sachet may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine. Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while you are taking this medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly unless the doctor tells you so.
Using of Merypat Sachet may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. You may also need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood while taking this medicine.
Uses of Merypat Powder
Benefits of Merypat Powder
In Increased potassium levels in blood
High potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia) can affect heart rhythm and muscle function. Merypat Sachet helps lower these levels by binding to excess potassium in the intestines, allowing it to be removed from the body. This helps restore a healthy potassium balance, supports proper heart function, and reduces the risk of serious complications.
Side effects of Merypat Powder
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 Merypat
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Fecal impaction (hardened stool that stays stuck in the rectum or lower colon)
- Gastric irritation
- Decreased appetite
How to use Merypat Powder
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Merypat Sachet may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Merypat Sachet with grapefruit juice.
Avoid Merypat Sachet with grapefruit juice.
How Merypat Powder works
Merypat Sachet is an ion exchange resin. It works by removing extra potassium from your body and brings its levels back to normal. It is useful in patients who have kidney diseases and those on dialysis.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Merypat Sachet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Merypat Sachet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Merypat Sachet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Merypat Sachet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Merypat Sachet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Merypat Sachet in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Merypat Powder?
If you miss a dose of Merypat Sachet, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Merypat Sachet is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases.
- Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.
- Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it.
- Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication.
- You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- Merypat Sachet is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases.
- Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.
- Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it.
- Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication.
- You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Polystyrene sulphonic acid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Action Class
Potassium Binders
Patient concerns
FAQs
How would I know if I have high potassium level?
Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any future appointments with the doctor.
Are there any medicines to avoid while we take Merypat Sachet?
Yes, before taking the medicine inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking antacids containing aluminium or magnesium salts, a heart disorder medicine like digoxin, magnesium hydroxide or aluminium carbonate which are used as laxatives. Additionally, the doctors should be informed about any history of use of medicines like thyroxine tablets or lithium for mania or bipolar disorder. Concomitant use of sorbitol is not recommended.
Does Merypat Sachet cause damage to the gut?
No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Merypat Sachet.
Does Merypat Sachet cause damage to the gut?
No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Merypat Sachet.
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Marketer details
Name: Merynova Lifesciences India Private Limited
Address: NO 22, ADARSH NAGAR SWAROOP NAGAR, UPPAL HYDERABAD Hyderabad TG 500039 IN
Country of origin: India
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