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Gerta Injection 1.0 ml in 1 vial

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Gerta Injection is a product of Zydus Cadila

Composition: Ertapenem (1gm)

Pack of 1 ml

₹ 4487.59

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All Details About Gerta Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Gerta Injection

Description:

Gerta Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the carbapenem group that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood and brain (eg. meningitis). It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems.

Gerta Injection is commonly used to treat seriously ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep on taking the injection for as long as you have been prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like diarrhea, nausea, headache, infused vein complication. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away.

Earlier starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, liver, or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, you may be advised blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.

Uses:

  • Severe bacterial infections

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

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 you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Gerta

  • Infusion site inflammation
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Dizziness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Pantingness
  • Infusion site reaction
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Disorientation (alteration of mental status)
  • Vaginal inflammation
  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
  • Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gerta Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Gerta Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
Gerta Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Self-assured side effects, such as dizziness and sleepiness, have been reported with Gerta Injection, which may affect some patients’ ability to drive or operate machinery
Kidney
CAUTION
Gerta Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gerta Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

FAQs:

What if I cannot tolerate Gerta 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. Earnest side effects occur in very rare cases. But, if you experience any serious complication, seek immediate medical advice.

What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Gerta 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 Gerta Injection is not very common at least for the bacteria against which it works.

Does Gerta Injection have any effect on blood sugar levels if taken to treat infections of diabetic foot?

Limited reports suggest that Gerta 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.

Is Gerta Injection safe to be used in children?

Securety of Gerta Injection in children less than 3 months of age has not yet been assessed. However, the side effects and effectivity of Gerta Injection in children beyond the age of 3 months is almost similar when compared with adults.

I feel better now. Can I stop taking Gerta 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 Gerta 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.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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