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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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. This medicine may cause side effects such as nausea and vomiting. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any other medicines or have pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Win Medicare Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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.

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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, Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 allergic to any of the components in Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml . Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know about your medical history and the medicines you take to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml is used in the treatment of liver diseases. The detailed uses of Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml are as follows:

  • Treats hepatic encephalopathy: Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml helps reduce elevated ammonia levels in the blood, improving brain function and reducing symptoms like confusion and altered consciousness caused by liver dysfunction.
  • Supports liver detoxification: Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml facilitates the conversion of ammonia into urea through the urea cycle, aiding in the detoxification process and protecting liver cells from damage.
  • Manages chronic liver disease symptoms: Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml improves metabolic function and reduces fatigue, nausea, and other symptoms associated with cirrhosis and hepatitis.
  • Corrects hyperammonemia: Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml is used to lower toxic ammonia levels in patients with impaired liver function, helping prevent complications such as coma or neurological decline.

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Directions for Use

  • The timing and frequency of Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml will be determined by your doctor, based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
  • Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml enhances liver detoxification by converting toxic ammonia into non-toxic urea, aiding its elimination through urine.
  • It effectively lowers elevated blood ammonia, a common issue in liver diseases and hepatic encephalopathy.
  • Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml also treats both latent and overt hepatic encephalopathy by improving mental alertness, coordination, and psychometric performance.
  • This medicine alleviates symptoms like confusion, drowsiness, and motor dysfunction associated with liver-related brain impairment.
  • It stimulates glutamine production in the brain, liver, and muscles, which helps in neutralising and removing ammonia.
  • Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml is beneficial in conditions such as fatty liver, hepatitis, jaundice, and liver cirrhosis.
  • By reducing mental fog and improving energy levels, it enhances day-to-day functioning in liver disease patients.

How Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml Works

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml

Since Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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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

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known if alcohol affects Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml . Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no controlled studies on the use of Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml treatment for the breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml if your liver function is seriously compromised.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml in patients with kidney impairment. Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml in children. Please consult your doctor.

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Heart

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml in patients with heart problems.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor before use.

FAQs

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml is used to treat liver diseases, including hepatitis, fatty liver, jaundice, liver cirrhosis, and hepatic encephalopathy.

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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.

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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.

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 loss of brain function.

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 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 Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml . Although, the interaction of alcohol with Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml is unknown, still alcohol should be avoided in liver failure cases as it may worsen the complication of liver disease.

Hepa Merz Injection 5 x 10 ml will be injected by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1309, 14th Floor, Madi Tower, 98, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
Other Info - HEP0002

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