Meroplan S

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  • Manufactured by: Abbott India Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Meropenem (1000 mg) + Sulbactam (500 mg)

Meroplan S Information

Meroplan S is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Meroplan S have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Meroplan S depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Meroplan S also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meroplan S can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Meroplan S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

Meroplan S is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Drug Allergy, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Meroplan S contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Meroplan S with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



Meroplan S Benefits & Uses

Meroplan S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Meroplan S 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Meropenem (1 g) Sulbactam (0.5 g)/vial, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult
  • Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Meropenem (1 g) Sulbactam (0.5 g)/vial, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Meropenem (1 g) Sulbactam (0.5 g)/vial, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Meroplan S Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Meroplan S safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Meroplan S without worrying about any side effects.

  • Is the use of Meroplan S safe during breastfeeding?


    Meroplan S does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

  • What is the effect of Meroplan S on the Kidneys?


    Meroplan S rarely harms the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Meroplan S on the Liver?


    Meroplan S is not harmful for the liver.

  • What is the effect of Meroplan S on the Heart?


    Meroplan S is completely safe for the heart.



Severe Interaction of Meroplan S with Other Drugs

Meroplan S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Meroplan S Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Meroplan S

  • Is this Meroplan S habit forming or addictive?


    Meroplan S does not cause addiction.

Meroplan S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Meroplan S


    Meroplan S may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Meroplan S


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Meroplan S.



Frequently asked Questions about Meroplan S

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Meroplan S without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Meroplan S 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Meroplan S for cough?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Meroplan S 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I stop/discontinue Meroplan S on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Discontinuing Meroplan S 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Meroplan S used to treat UTI?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Meroplan S 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 over 4 years ago

Can Meroplan S cause fever?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.



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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

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; UNASYN® (ampicillin sodium/sulbactam sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 725

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 160-162

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