Emstar 1000 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Emstar 1000 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Emstar 1000 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Emstar 1000 Injection include Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emstar 1000 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emstar 1000 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Emstar 1000 Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Emstar 1000 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Emstar 1000 Injection related warnings section.
Emstar 1000 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Emstar 1000 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Emstar 1000 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Emstar 1000 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Emstar 1000 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Emstar 1000 Injection is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Emstar 1000 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Emstar can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Emstar right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Emstar 1000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Emstar. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Emstar 1000 Injection on the Kidneys?
Emstar may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emstar 1000 Injection on the Liver?
Emstar is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Emstar 1000 Injection on the Heart?
You can take Emstar without any fear of damage to the heart.
Emstar 1000 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emstar 1000 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emstar 1000 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Emstar 1000 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Emstar 1000 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Emstar 1000 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Emstar 1000 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emstar 1000 Injection
You can take Emstar 1000 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emstar 1000 Injection
Information about the interaction of Emstar 1000 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Emstar does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
Emstar is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Discontinuing Emstar in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing problem and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Emstar can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Emstar is a brand name for Meropenem and available in injection form. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called carbapenem antibiotics. Emstar is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.
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