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Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion

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Marketer

Eustoma Laboratories Pvt Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Glycerin (10mg) + Mannitol (10mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion is a combination of two medicines. It is used in the treatment of cerebral edema. It works by drawing water out of the tissues in the brain and decreases swelling around the brain.

Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion is given as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not try to self administer the injection until you know how to inject it. Your doctor will decide the exact amount of dose, hence follow your doctor advice while taking the medicine.

The medicine is generally safe to use with no common side effects. Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.


Uses of Axtron MG Infusion

  • Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)

Benefits of Axtron MG Infusion

In Cerebral edema (accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain)

Symptoms of brain swelling (cerebral edema) include headache, dizziness, nausea, numbness or weakness, loss of coordination or balance, loss of the ability to see or speak, seizures (fits), memory loss, incontinence, or altered level of consciousness. Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion decreases brain volume by decreasing overall water content in the brain. This helps to reduce the accumulation of excessive fluid in the brain. It helps to relieve these symptoms effectively within a short duration of time and prevents further complications.


Side effects of Axtron MG Infusion

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 Axtron MG

  • No common side effects seen


How to use Axtron MG Infusion

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


How Axtron MG Infusion works

Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion is a combination of two medicines: Glycerin and Mannitol which treat increased pressure in the skull/brain. Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic which draws water out of tissues in the brain and decreases swelling around the brain. Addition of Glycerin prevents the swelling from coming back which may possibly occur with plain Mannitol.


Safety advice

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Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Driving

SAFE

Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick tips

  • Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion is used for the treatment of cerebral edema (swelling in the brain).

  • The heart rate and health of the patient should be carefully evaluated before administering Axtron MG 10mg/10mg Infusion.

  • Urinary output, fluid balance, central venous pressure, and electrolyte balance (in particular serum sodium and potassium levels) should be carefully monitored.

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Marketer details

Name: Eustoma Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Address: F 51 & 52 VARDHMAN CITY PLAZA,DAWA BAZAR, Hamidia Rd, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462001