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Merobax 1000 mg Injection Information

Merobax 1000 mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Merobax 1000 mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Merobax 1000 mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Merobax 1000 mg Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Merobax 1000 mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Merobax 1000 mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Merobax 1000 mg Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Merobax 1000 mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merobax 1000 mg Injection related warnings section.

Merobax 1000 mg 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 Merobax 1000 mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Merobax 1000 mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Merobax 1000 mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Merobax Benefits & Uses
Merobax Dosage & How to Take
Merobax Side Effects
Merobax Related Warnings
Merobax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Merobax
Merobax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Merobax 1000 mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Merobax 1000 mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meningitis
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Peritonitis
Cystic Fibrosis

Merobax 1000 mg 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
Adult	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Merobax 1000 mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Merobax 1000 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Merobax can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Merobax right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Merobax 1000 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Merobax. If you see any side effects, stop taking Merobax immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Merobax again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Merobax 1000 mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Merobax rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Merobax 1000 mg Injection on the Liver?

Merobax is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Merobax 1000 mg Injection on the Heart?

Merobax is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Merobax 1000 mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merobax 1000 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Merobax 1000 mg Injection

Is this Merobax 1000 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Merobax 1000 mg Injection is addictive.

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

After taking Merobax 1000 mg Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merobax 1000 mg Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Merobax 1000 mg 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, Merobax 1000 mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Merobax 1000 mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Merobax 1000 mg Injection

Taking Merobax 1000 mg Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Merobax 1000 mg Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Merobax 1000 mg Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Merobax 1000 mg Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Merobax to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can use Merobax 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Merobax cause diarrhea?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Merobax 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 Merobax?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Merobax 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. Merobax is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Merobax without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Merobax 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 Merobax used to treat UTI?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Merobax 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.