Meropenem is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Meropenem have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Meropenem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Meropenem include Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Meropenem as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Meropenem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Meropenem is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Meropenem has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Meropenem related warnings section.
Meropenem is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Meropenem contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Meropenem have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Meropenem is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Meropenem 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Meropenem is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Meropenem safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Meropenem. It is best to stop taking Meropenem immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Meropenem safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Meropenem. If you see any side effects, stop taking Meropenem immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Meropenem again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Meropenem on the Kidneys?
Meropenem may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meropenem on the Liver?
Meropenem does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Meropenem on the Heart?
Using Meropenem does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Meropenem 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 Meropenem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meropenem habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Meropenem.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Meropenem as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Meropenem is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Meropenem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Meropenem
It is safe to take Meropenem with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meropenem
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Meropenem and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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.
Yes, Meropenem can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.
Yes, Meropenem 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.
Meropenem 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.
Meropenem 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. Meropenem 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
