Mpen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mpen Information

Mpen is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Skin Infections, Meningioma are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Mpen have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mpen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Mpen also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Mpen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mpen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Mpen's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Mpen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mpen related warnings section.

Mpen is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mpen have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

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

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

Mpen Benefits & Uses

Mpen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Mpen 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

Mpen Related Warnings

Is the use of Mpen safe for pregnant women?

Mpen may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Mpen, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Mpen safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Mpen on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Mpen on the Liver?

Mpen does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Mpen on the Heart?

Using Mpen does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Mpen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Probenecid

Ganciclovir

Mpen Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Mpen

Is this Mpen habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Mpen has not been reported.

No
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 Mpen can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Mpen should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Mpen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Mpen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mpen

It is safe to take Mpen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mpen

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mpen with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mpen

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Mpen without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Mpen 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 about 5 years ago

How to take Mpen?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Mpen 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 Mpen safe to use?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Mpen 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

Does Mpen help in preventing cold?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Mpen 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Mpen?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Mpen 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. Mpen is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.