Meronem, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Skin Infections, Meningioma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Meronem have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Meronem. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Meronem include Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meronem can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Meronem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Meronem is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Meronem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Meronem can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Meronem in conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Meronem have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Meronem may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Meronem is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Meronem 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Meronem is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Meronem safe for pregnant women?
Meronem may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Meronem again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Meronem safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Meronem. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Meronem on the Kidneys?
Meronem rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meronem on the Liver?
Meronem does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Meronem on the Heart?
Meronem is completely safe for the heart.
Meronem 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 Meronem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meronem habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Meronem has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Meronem as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Meronem should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Meronem is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Meronem
Taking Meronem with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meronem
Information about the interaction of Meronem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Meronem 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.
Yes, Meronem 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.
Yes, Meronem 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.
Meronem is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Meronem is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as diarrhea, headache, and nausea & vomiting. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
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