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Merodex 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Merodex 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Merodex 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Merodex 500 Injection include Excessive sweating. Some other side effects of Merodex 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Merodex 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Merodex 500 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Merodex 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Merodex 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 Merodex 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Merodex 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Merodex 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Merodex 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 Merodex 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Merodex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Merodex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Merodex 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Merodex. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Merodex 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Merodex rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Merodex 500 Injection on the Liver?
Merodex does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Merodex 500 Injection on the Heart?
Merodex is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merodex 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merodex 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Merodex 500 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Merodex 500 Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Merodex 500 Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Merodex 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Merodex 500 Injection
You can take Merodex 500 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merodex 500 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Merodex 500 Injection with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Merodex 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.
Merodex 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.
Merodex 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.
Yes, you can use Merodex 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.
Merodex can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
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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