Alerta
Composition for Alerta Products
Alerta Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Alerta
Alerta Injection
vial of 5 ml Injection
MRP₹3000
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About Alerta Products
Uses of Alerta Products
Ertapenem is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It treats moderate to severe infections of abdomen, skin, lungs (pneumonia), and urinary tract. It may also be used to treat post surgical infections.
Alerta Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Alerta are Headache, Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Rash, Dizziness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Breathlessness, Infusion site reaction, Edema (swelling), Abdominal pain, Disorientation (alteration of mental status), Vaginal inflammation, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats).
Severe
Side Effects of Alerta are Muscle cramp, Difficulty in swallowing, Bowel incontinence, Fainting.
How Alerta Products work
Ertapenem is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
In Depth Information for Alerta Products
- Alerta is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
- It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.
- Alerta is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
- It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.
Patient Concerns about Alerta Products
Frequently asked questions about Alerta Products
Q. What if I cannot tolerate Alerta Injection?
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.
Q. What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Alerta Injection?
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 Alerta Injection is not very common at least for the bacteria against which it works.
Q. Does Alerta Injection have any effect on blood sugar levels if taken to treat infections of diabetic foot?
Rare reports suggest that Alerta Injection 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.
Q. Is Alerta Injection safe to be used in children?
Safety of Alerta Injection in children less than 3 months of age has not yet been assessed. However, the side effects and effectivity of Alerta Injection in children beyond the age of 3 months is almost similar when compared with adults.
Q. I feel better now. Can I stop taking Alerta Injection?
No. Make sure to receive all doses your doctor has prescribed, even if you feel better. This is because your symptoms may have improved but chances are that the infection is still present in your body. Skipping doses can increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. So, continue taking Alerta Injection as prescribed. After you have finished all the doses, your doctor may advise you on some tests to make sure your infection has completely cleared up.