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Merinta 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Merinta 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Merinta 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Merinta 500 Injection include Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Merinta 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Merinta 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Merinta 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Merinta 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merinta 500 Injection related warnings section.
Merinta 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Merinta 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Merinta 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Merinta 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Merinta 500 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Merinta 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Merinta. It is best to stop taking Merinta immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Merinta 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Merinta can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Merinta 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Merinta rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Merinta 500 Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Merinta on the liver.
What is the effect of Merinta 500 Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Merinta for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merinta 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merinta 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Merinta 500 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Merinta 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Merinta 500 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Merinta 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Merinta 500 Injection
Taking Merinta 500 Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merinta 500 Injection
Information about the interaction of Merinta 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Merinta can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection or the severity of infection is very high.
Merinta can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Merinta can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Discontinuing Merinta in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing problem and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Merinta does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Merrem® IV (meropenem)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731