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Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml is used to treat Liver diseases, including hepatitis, fatty liver, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, and hepatic encephalopathy. It contains L-ornithine-L-aspartate, which facilitates the removal of ammonia by increasing glutamine and urea synthesis in the liver and glutamine synthesis in brain and muscle tissues. Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml may cause side effects such as nausea and vomiting.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Invig Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml

Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml is used to treat liver diseases such as hepatitis, fatty liver, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, and hepatic encephalopathy. It is indicated to treat different levels of mental and movement function loss (evident and latent hepatic encephalopathy) caused by liver failure. 
 
Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml contains L-ornithine-L-aspartate that facilitates the removal of ammonia by increasing glutamine and urea synthesis in the liver and synthesis of glutamine in brain and muscle tissues.
 
Sometimes, Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml may cause side effects such as nausea and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml. Limited information is available regarding the usage of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml in children; please consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you take to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml

Treatment of Liver diseases include hepatitis, fatty liver, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, and hepatic encephalopathy

Medicinal Benefits

Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml is used to treat liver diseases such as hepatitis, fatty liver, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, and hepatic encephalopathy. It is indicated to treat different levels of mental and movement function loss (evident and latent hepatic encephalopathy) caused by liver failure. Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml contains L-ornithine-L-aspartate that removes ammonia by increasing glutamine and urea synthesis in the liver and synthesis of glutamine in brain and muscle tissues. Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml converts toxic, harmful ammonia into non-toxic urea, eliminated via the urine. It serves as a stimulus for hepatic glutamine synthesis that could be defective in acute and chronic liver disease. Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml helps improve psychometric function in patients with hepatic encephalopathy.

Side Effects of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Directions for Use

Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml if you are allergic to any of its components or have renal failure. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Limited information is available regarding the usage of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml in children; please consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Let your doctor know if you are taking prescription/non-prescription medicines, supplements or herbal products.

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Adopt a liver-friendly diet such as fibre-rich food.
  • Cut down on fats, sugar, and salt.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Avoid stress by practising yoga or meditation. 
  • Exercise regularly as it helps in reducing the accumulation of fat.

Habit Forming

No

How Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml Works

Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml contains L-ornithine-L-aspartate that facilitates the removal of ammonia by increasing glutamine and urea synthesis in the liver and synthesis of glutamine in brain and muscle tissues.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml

Since Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. In a medical setting, an overdose would be treated quickly.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known if alcohol affects Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no controlled studies on the use of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or have any concerns; your doctor will prescribe this medicine during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The presence of this medicine in human milk is unknown. When deciding whether to stop treatment with either drug, your doctor may consider the advantages of breastfeeding for the infant and Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml treatment for the breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Caution

Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml is unlikely to interfere with your ability to drive. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Your doctor will adjust the infusion rate of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml if your liver function is seriously compromised in order to stop nausea and vomiting.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml in patients with kidney impairment. Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml should not be used in case of severe renal impairment.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available regarding the usage of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml in children. Please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No.8, It Park Rd, Mansa Devi Complex, Rajeev Vihar, Rail Vihar, Mansa Devi Temple Complex, Panchkula, Haryana 134112
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FAQs

Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml is used to treat Liver diseases include hepatitis, fatty liver, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, and hepatic encephalopathy.
Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml removes ammonia by increasing glutamine and urea synthesis in the liver and synthesis of glutamine in brain and muscle tissues.
Nausea could be a side-effect of Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml. It is not a common side effect in everyone who takes this medication. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.
Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml converts toxic, harmful ammonia into non-toxic urea, which is eliminated via the urine. It serves as a stimulus for hepatic glutamine synthesis that could be defective in acute and chronic liver disease.
Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml may be indicated to treat hepatic encephalopathy. It helps improve psychometric function in patients with hepatic encephalopathy. Hepatic encephalopathy is a liver disease in which the liver does not remove toxins from the body, leading to brain function loss.
Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml may cause side effects such as nausea or vomiting in some people. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please inform your doctor.
No, it is not recommended to take alcohol when taking Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml. Although, the interaction of alcohol with Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml is unknown, still alcohol should be avoided in liver failure cases as it may worsen the complication of liver disease.
Ganmerz 5 gm Infusion 10 ml will be injected into the vein by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

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