Merotop 1000 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Merotop Information

Merotop is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Other than this, Merotop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Merotop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Merotop include Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Merotop as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Merotop 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.

It is also important to note that Merotop has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Merotop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Merotop related warnings section.

Merotop 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 Merotop are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Merotop have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Merotop is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Merotop Benefits & Uses

Merotop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meningitis
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Peritonitis
Cystic Fibrosis

Merotop 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

Merotop Related Warnings

Is the use of Merotop safe for pregnant women?

Merotop can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Merotop, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Merotop safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Merotop. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Merotop on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Merotop on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Merotop on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Merotop on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Merotop on the Heart?

Merotop is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Merotop with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Probenecid

Ganciclovir

Merotop Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Merotop

Is this Merotop habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Merotop is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Merotop as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Merotop only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Merotop in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Merotop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Merotop

Taking Merotop with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Merotop

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Merotop

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Merotop?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Merotop 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

Question about 5 years ago

Is Merotop safe to use?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Merotop is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as diarrhea, headache, and nausea & vomiting. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Merotop used to treat UTI?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Merotop 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 Merotop 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.