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Meriva 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. The alternative uses of Meriva 500 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Meriva 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Meriva 500 Injection include Excessive sweating. Some other side effects of Meriva 500 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Meriva 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Meriva 500 Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Meriva 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Meriva 500 Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Meriva 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Meriva 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Meriva 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Meriva 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Meriva 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 Meriva 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Meriva may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Meriva again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Meriva 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Meriva. Immediately discontinue Meriva if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Meriva 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Meriva has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meriva 500 Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Meriva on the liver.
What is the effect of Meriva 500 Injection on the Heart?
You can take Meriva without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meriva 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meriva 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Meriva 500 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Meriva 500 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Meriva 500 Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Meriva 500 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Meriva 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Meriva 500 Injection
Taking Meriva 500 Injection with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meriva 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Meriva 500 Injection with alcohol.
Meriva 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.
Meriva works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Meriva 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.
Ideally, Meriva 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
Discontinuing Meriva 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.
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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