Meropenem is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Meropenem have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Meropenem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Meropenem include Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Meropenem as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Meropenem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Meropenem is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Meropenem has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Meropenem related warnings section.

Meropenem is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Meropenem contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Meropenem have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Meropenem is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.