EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION
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Product introduction
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, soft tissues, heart, and blood. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital.
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor based on the severity of your condition. Get the injection for as long as the doctor has prescribed it to get maximum benefits.
Some people may develop side effects like diarrhea, headache, dizziness, rash, and a decrease in blood pressure. 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 do not go away.
Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell the doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic or have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor kidney and liver function.
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor based on the severity of your condition. Get the injection for as long as the doctor has prescribed it to get maximum benefits.
Some people may develop side effects like diarrhea, headache, dizziness, rash, and a decrease in blood pressure. 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 do not go away.
Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell the doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic or have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor kidney and liver function.
Uses of Emarsa Injection
- Severe bacterial infections
Benefits of Emarsa Injection
In Severe bacterial infections
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is an antibiotic that works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is a versatile medicine used to treat many different types of bacterial infections. This medicine is usually given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered at home.
This medicine usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
This medicine usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Emarsa Injection
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
Common side effects of Emarsa
- Rash
- Decreased blood pressure
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Breathlessness
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Urinary tract infection
- Diarrhea
- Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood
How to use Emarsa Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Emarsa Injection works
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EMARSA 350 MG 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
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Emarsa Injection?
If you miss a dose of EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is usually only given in the hospital for treating serious bacterial infections of the blood, heart, skin and soft tissues.
- It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion).
- Your doctor may monitor the health of your muscles before you start treatment and frequently thereafter.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Discontinue EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION and inform your doctor immediately if you get any unusual tingling, burning or numbness of the hands or feet, tenderness, weakness or cramps.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Lipopeptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cell membrane active agent
Interaction with drugs
Taking Emarsa with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Daptomycin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Daptomycin.
Daptomycin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Daptomycin. If Purified Vi Polysac
Concurrent use may cause kidney dysfunction. Ketoprofen may slow down the removal of Daptomycin from the body.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Daptomycin with Ketoprof
Concurrent use may cause kidney dysfunction. Ketoprofen may slow down the removal of Daptomycin from the body.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Daptomycin with Ketoprof
Concurrent use may cause kidney dysfunction. Aceclofenac may slow down the removal of Daptomycin from the body.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Daptomycin with Aceclof
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION? What is it used for?
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, soft tissues, heart and blood. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients who are hospitalized.
How is EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION administered?
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION.
Is EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION safe?
EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
What are the side effects of EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION?
Some common side effects associated with EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION include a rash, decreased blood pressure, headache, dizziness, breathlessness, abnormal liver function tests, urinary tract infection and diarrhea. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.
How to cope with dizziness caused by EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION?
If you feel dizzy while taking EMARSA 350 MG INJECTION, lie down for some time and then get up slowly. Moving slowly and cautiously can also help cope up with dizziness. Avoid coffee, cigarettes, alcohol and recreational drugs. If dizziness persists or worsens, consult your doctor.
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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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