Merobax 500 mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Merobax 500 mg Injection Information

Merobax 500 mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Merobax 500 mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Merobax 500 mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Merobax 500 mg Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Merobax 500 mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Merobax 500 mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Merobax 500 mg Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Merobax 500 mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Merobax 500 mg Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Merobax 500 mg Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Merobax 500 mg Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Merobax 500 mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Merobax 500 mg Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Merobax 500 mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Merobax 500 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 500 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 500 mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Merobax 500 mg Injection is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Diarrhoea
Rash
Urticaria
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Drowsiness
Vertigo

Common

Excessive sweating

Merobax 500 mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Merobax 500 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 500 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 500 mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Merobax rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Merobax 500 mg Injection on the Liver?

Merobax is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Merobax 500 mg Injection on the Heart?

Merobax is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Merobax 500 mg Injection with Other Drugs

Merobax 500 mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Probenecid

Ganciclovir

Merobax 500 mg Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Merobax 500 mg Injection

Is this Merobax 500 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Merobax 500 mg Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merobax 500 mg Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Merobax 500 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 500 mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Merobax 500 mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Merobax 500 mg Injection

Taking Merobax 500 mg Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Merobax 500 mg Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Merobax 500 mg Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Merobax 500 mg Injection

Question over 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Merobax?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Merobax can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 6 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 7 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 almost 7 years ago

How does Merobax work?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Merobax 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.

Question over 6 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.