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Meronem 500 Mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Meronem 500 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Meronem 500 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Meronem 500 Mg Injection are Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meronem 500 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Meronem 500 Mg Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Meronem 500 Mg Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Meronem 500 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Meronem 500 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Meronem 500 Mg Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Meronem 500 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Meronem 500 Mg Injection 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 500 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Meronem 500 Mg 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.
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Is the use of Meronem 500 Mg Injection 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 500 Mg Injection 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 500 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Meronem rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meronem 500 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Meronem does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Meronem 500 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Meronem is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meronem 500 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meronem 500 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Meronem 500 Mg Injection 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 500 Mg Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Meronem 500 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Meronem 500 Mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Meronem 500 Mg Injection
Taking Meronem 500 Mg Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meronem 500 Mg Injection
Information about the interaction of Meronem 500 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Meronem 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.
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.
Meronem works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, you can use Meronem to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming medicine for pneumonia.
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.
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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
