Merogram is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Merogram 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 Merogram. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Merogram include Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Merogram as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Merogram normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Merogram's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Merogram related warnings talks about Merogram's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Merogram is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Merogram contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Merogram may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Merogram is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Merogram 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 Merogram safe for pregnant women?
Merogram can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Merogram right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Merogram safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Merogram. If you see any side effects, stop taking Merogram immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Merogram again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Merogram on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Merogram on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Merogram on the Liver?
Merogram is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Merogram on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Merogram for the heart.
Merogram should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Merogram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Merogram habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Merogram.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Merogram, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Merogram can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Merogram only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Merogram cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Merogram
Taking Merogram with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Merogram
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Merogram.
Ideally, Merogram 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 Merogram 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, [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.
Merogram 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.
Merogram 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. Merogram is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.
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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