Menem 500 Injection

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Menem 500 Injection Information

Menem 500 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Menem 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Menem 500 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Menem 500 Injection include Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Menem 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Menem 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Menem 500 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Menem 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Menem 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Menem 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Menem 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Menem 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Menem 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Menem 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Menem 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
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

Menem 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Menem 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Menem may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Menem again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Menem 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Menem may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Menem, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Menem.

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


    Menem rarely affects the kidneys.

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


    Menem is completely safe for the liver.

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


    Menem is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Menem 500 Injection Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Menem 500 Injection

  • Is this Menem 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Menem 500 Injection is addictive.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Menem 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Menem 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?


    Menem 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Menem 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Menem 500 Injection


    You can take Menem 500 Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Menem 500 Injection


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Menem 500 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Menem 500 Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Menem to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can use Menem 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Menem without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Menem 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

What is Menem?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Menem 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. Menem 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Menem used to treat UTI?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Menem 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Menem over-the-counter?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Menem over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.



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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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