Metcerin Injection
Prescription Required
Introduction of Metcerin Infusion
Metcerin Injection is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of cerebral edema. It works by drawing water out of the tissues in the brain and decreases swelling around the brain.
Metcerin Injection is a combination of two medicines: Metcerin Injection1 and Metcerin Injection2 which treat brain swelling.
Metcerin Injection is a combination of two medicines: Metcerin Injection1 and Metcerin Injection2 which treat brain swelling.
Uses of Metcerin Infusion
- Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)
Benefits of Metcerin Infusion
In Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)
Symptoms of brain swelling (cerebral edema) include headache, dizziness, nausea, numbness or weakness, loss of coordination or balance, loss of the ability to see or speak, seizures (fits), memory loss, incontinence, or altered level of consciousness. Metcerin Injection decreases brain volume by decreasing overall water content in the brain. This helps to reduce the accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain. It helps to relieve these symptoms effectively within a short duration of time and prevents further complications.
Side effects of Metcerin Infusion
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 youโre worried about them
Common side effects of Metcerin
- No common side effects seen
How to use Metcerin Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Metcerin Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metcerin Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metcerin Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Metcerin Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metcerin Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Metcerin Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Metcerin Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Metcerin Injection
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Quick tips
Metcerin Infusion
- Metcerin Injection is used for the treatment of cerebral edema (swelling in the brain).
- The heart rate and health of the patient should be carefully evaluated before administering Metcerin Injection.
- Urinary output, fluid balance, central venous pressure, and electrolyte balance (in particular serum sodium and potassium levels) should be carefully monitored.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
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Name: Asterisk Laboratories India Pvt Ltd
Address: S.C.O 867 Basement N.A.C Manimajra, Chandigarh-160101
Country of origin: India
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