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Merotrol 250 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. The alternative uses of Merotrol 250 Injection have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Merotrol 250 Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Merotrol 250 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Merotrol 250 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Merotrol 250 Injection 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 Merotrol 250 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Merotrol 250 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Merotrol 250 Injection related warnings section.
Merotrol 250 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Merotrol 250 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Merotrol 250 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Merotrol 250 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Merotrol 250 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 Merotrol 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Merotrol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Merotrol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Merotrol 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Merotrol 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 Merotrol 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Merotrol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Merotrol 250 Injection on the Liver?
Merotrol is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Merotrol 250 Injection on the Heart?
Using Merotrol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merotrol 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merotrol 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Merotrol 250 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Merotrol 250 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Merotrol 250 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Merotrol 250 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Merotrol 250 Injection
Taking Merotrol 250 Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merotrol 250 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Merotrol 250 Injection with alcohol will be.
Merotrol 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.
Merotrol 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, Merotrol 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.
Yes, Merotrol 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.
Merotrol is a brand name for Meropenem and available in injection form. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called carbapenem antibiotics. Merotrol is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.
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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
