Composition Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate (15gm)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack sachet of 15.3 gm Powder
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Polystyrene sulphonic acid derivative
Action Class Potassium Binders
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Manufacturer Merynova Lifesciences India Private Limited
Manufacturer address NO 22, ADARSH NAGAR SWAROOP NAGAR, UPPAL HYDERABAD Hyderabad TG 500039 IN
Calcium Polystyrene Sulphonate (15gm)
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Merypat Sachet
Merypat Sachet is a medicine used for the reduction of high blood potassium levels in patients with chronic kidney disease who are undergoing dialysis. It helps removes the extra potassium from the body and brings potassium levels back to normal.
Basic Info
Description
Merypat Sachet is a medicine used for the reduction of high blood potassium levels in patients with chronic kidney disease who are undergoing dialysis. It helps removes the extra potassium from the body and brings potassium levels back to normal.
Merypat Sachet may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine. Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while you are taking this medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly unless the doctor tells you so.
Using of Merypat Sachet may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and constipation. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. You may also need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood while taking this medicine.
Uses
Increased potassium levels in blood
How To Use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Merypat Sachet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Merypat Sachet with grapefruit juice.
MOA
Merypat Sachet is an ion exchange resin. It works by removing extra potassium from your body and brings its levels back to normal. It is useful in patients who have kidney diseases and those on dialysis.
What If
Q: What if you forget to take Merypat Powder?
A: If you miss a dose of Merypat Sachet, please consult your doctor.
Drug Tips
Merypat Sachet is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases.
Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.
Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it.
Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication.
You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Merypat Sachet is used to lower high blood potassium level due to severe kidney diseases.
Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.
Stop taking this medication and inform your doctor if you get constipation after taking it.
Do not consume any food or drink that contains sorbitol while you are using this medication.
You may need to have regular blood tests to monitor the levels of potassium and other electrolytes, such as calcium, in your blood.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Faqs
Q. How would I know if I have high potassium level?
Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically to detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Make sure that you do not miss any future appointments with the doctor.
Q. Are there any medicines to avoid while we take Merypat Sachet?
Yes, before taking the medicine inform your prescribing doctor if you are taking antacids containing aluminium or magnesium salts, a heart disorder medicine like digoxin, magnesium hydroxide or aluminium carbonate which are used as laxatives. Additionally, the doctors should be informed about any history of use of medicines like thyroxine tablets or lithium for mania or bipolar disorder. Concomitant use of sorbitol is not recommended.
Q. Does Merypat Sachet cause damage to the gut?
No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Merypat Sachet.
Q. Does Merypat Sachet cause damage to the gut?
No, it does not damage your gut when prescribed for certain conditions. However, in some cases it can lead to gut damage if you take this medication along with sweetener like sorbitol (used to sweeten food). Using these together can cause narrowing of the gut wall and reduced blood flow to the gut wall. This may cause severe damage to your gut. Therefore, you should avoid using any sorbitol containing food while you take Merypat Sachet.
Benifits
Side Effects
Vomiting
Nausea
Constipation
Fecal impaction (hardened stool that stays stuck in the rectum or lower colon)
Gastric irritation
Decreased appetite
Safety Profile
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Merypat Sachet.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Merypat Sachet 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
Merypat Sachet 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
Merypat Sachet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Merypat Sachet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Merypat Sachet is recommended.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Merypat Sachet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
