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Meriwok is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Meriwok has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Meriwok depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Meriwok also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Meriwok side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Meriwok go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Meriwok's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Meriwok's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Meriwok related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Meriwok since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Meriwok contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Meriwok may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Meriwok, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Meriwok 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 Meriwok safe for pregnant women?
Meriwok may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Meriwok again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Meriwok safe during breastfeeding?
Meriwok may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Meriwok, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Meriwok.
What is the effect of Meriwok on the Kidneys?
Meriwok rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meriwok on the Liver?
Using Meriwok does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Meriwok on the Heart?
Meriwok is not harmful for the heart.
Meriwok should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meriwok unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meriwok habit forming or addictive?
Meriwok does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Meriwok, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Meriwok can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Meriwok only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Meriwok in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Meriwok
Taking Meriwok with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meriwok
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Meriwok and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Meriwok 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.
Yes, [Medicine[ can cause fever. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience high fever after taking this drug, then you are highly recommended to consult a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Meriwok can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.
No, you can not buy Meriwok over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Meriwok 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
