Merstrep
Merstrep Products are primarily used for
Tuberculosis (TB)
About Merstrep Products
Merstrep Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Merstrep are Vomiting, Nausea, Vertigo, Fever, Facial paresthesia, Rash, Urticaria, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils).
How Merstrep Products work
Streptomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Patient Concerns about Merstrep Products
Frequently asked questions about Merstrep Products
Frequently asked questions about 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.
Q. What if I don't get better after using MERSTREP 1GM INJECTION?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform the doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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