Merotrol 500 Injection

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  • Contains / Salt: Meropenem (500 mg)

Merotrol 500 Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
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Merotrol 500 Injection Information

Merotrol 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Merotrol 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Merotrol 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Merotrol 500 Injection include Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Merotrol 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Merotrol 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Merotrol 500 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Merotrol 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merotrol 500 Injection related warnings section.

Merotrol 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Merotrol 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Merotrol 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Merotrol 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Merotrol 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Merotrol 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Merotrol 500 Injection Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage

Merotrol 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Merotrol 500 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.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Merotrol 500 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Merotrol 500 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Merotrol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Merotrol 500 Injection on the Liver?


    Merotrol is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Merotrol 500 Injection on the Heart?


    Using Merotrol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Merotrol 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merotrol 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Merotrol 500 Injection

  • Is this Merotrol 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Merotrol 500 Injection is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Merotrol 500 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Merotrol 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Merotrol 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Merotrol 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Merotrol 500 Injection


    Taking Merotrol 500 Injection with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Merotrol 500 Injection


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Merotrol 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Merotrol 500 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Merotrol help in preventing cold?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Merotrol without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Merotrol safe to use?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Merotrol cause diarrhea?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Merotrol?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

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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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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