MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION

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Composition FOR Merstrep 1gm Injection

Streptomycin(1gm)

food interaction for Merstrep Injection

alcohol interaction for Merstrep Injection

pregnancy interaction for Merstrep Injection

lactation interaction for Merstrep Injection

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

No interaction found/established

Consuming alcohol with MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION does not cause any harmful side effects.

SAFE

MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Merstrep 1gm Injection

Streptomycin(1gm)

Merstrep injection uses

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How merstrep injection works

MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Common side effects of merstrep injection

Skin rash, Vomiting, Fever, Vertigo

SUBSTITUTES FOR Merstrep Injection

2 Substitutes

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Expert advice FOR Merstrep Injection

Streptomycin is used for the treatment of tuberculosis, in combination with other medicines.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Streptomycin may cause dizziness.
Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, and hearing tests while you are on this medication.
Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated before and during treatment with this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Streptomycin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Frequently asked questions FOR Merstrep 1gm Injection

Streptomycin

Q. What should I know before starting treatment with MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION?

Before starting treatment with MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION, audiometry test and kidney function tests must be done. These tests are required to check the present condition of ears and kidneys as MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION can affect their functioning. Therefore, patients with known kidney disease are treated with MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved. Regular monitoring of kidney function is also recommended throughout the treatment with MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

Q. How is MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION administered?

MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION should be administered into a muscle (intramuscularly) under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on your condition and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION.

Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.