Merosure O is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Merosure O have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Merosure O. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Merosure O include Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Merosure O side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Merosure O normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Merosure O has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Merosure O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Merosure O related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Merosure O have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Merosure O may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Merosure O is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Merosure O 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Merosure O is used -
Common
Is the use of Merosure O safe for pregnant women?
Merosure O can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Merosure O, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Merosure O safe during breastfeeding?
Merosure O 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 O on the Kidneys?
Merosure O has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Merosure O on the Liver?
Merosure O is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Merosure O on the Heart?
Merosure O is not harmful for the heart.
Merosure O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merosure O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merosure O habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Merosure O.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Merosure O, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merosure O can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Merosure O only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Merosure O cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Merosure O
Taking Merosure O with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merosure O
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Merosure O and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Merosure O can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing excessive 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.
Merosure O is a brand name for Faropenem and available in the form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called carbapenem antibiotics. Merosure O is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, otitis externa, tympanitis, sinusitis, pyelonephritis, cystitis, prostatitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis. It is also used in the skin and skin structure infections.
Merosure O 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 O 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 O can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731