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Meroplan 500 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Meroplan 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Meroplan 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Meroplan 500 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meroplan 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Meroplan 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Meroplan 500 Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Meroplan 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Meroplan 500 Injection related warnings section.
Meroplan 500 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 Meroplan 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Meroplan 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Meroplan 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Meroplan 500 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Meroplan 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Meroplan. It is best to stop taking Meroplan immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Meroplan 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Meroplan 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 Meroplan 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Meroplan rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meroplan 500 Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Meroplan on the liver.
What is the effect of Meroplan 500 Injection on the Heart?
Using Meroplan does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meroplan 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meroplan 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Meroplan 500 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Meroplan 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Meroplan 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Meroplan 500 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Meroplan 500 Injection
It is safe to take Meroplan 500 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meroplan 500 Injection
Information about the interaction of Meroplan 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Discontinuing Meroplan 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.
Yes, Meroplan 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, [Medicine[ can cause fever. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience high fever after taking this drug, then you are highly recommended to consult a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Meroplan 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.
Ideally, Meroplan should be taken 3 daily or as advised by your doctor. generally, meropenem injections are given in the hospital. Precautions must be taken in patients seizures, brain disease, or kidney disease
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