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Merosure is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Merosure has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Merosure is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Merosure include Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Merosure as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Merosure are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Merosure's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Merosure's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merosure related warnings section.
Merosure is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Merosure contraindications section.
Additionally, Merosure may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Merosure is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Merosure 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 Merosure safe for pregnant women?
Merosure can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Merosure, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Merosure safe during breastfeeding?
Merosure 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 Merosure on the Kidneys?
Merosure has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Merosure on the Liver?
Merosure is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Merosure on the Heart?
Using Merosure does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Merosure 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 Merosure unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merosure habit forming or addictive?
Merosure is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Merosure, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merosure can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Merosure is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Merosure for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Merosure
Taking Merosure with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merosure
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Merosure with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Merosure 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.
Merosure can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, you can use Merosure 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, Merosure 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, Merosure 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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