Sulmer

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Sulmer Information

Sulmer, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Other than this, Sulmer has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Sulmer depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Sulmer also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sulmer can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sulmer go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Sulmer has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sulmer related warnings talks about Sulmer's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Sulmer 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Sulmer are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

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



Sulmer Benefits & Uses

Sulmer is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sulmer 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

Sulmer Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Sulmer safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Sulmer in pregnant women.

  • Is the use of Sulmer safe during breastfeeding?


    Sulmer does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

  • What is the effect of Sulmer on the Kidneys?


    Sulmer rarely affects the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Sulmer on the Liver?


    Sulmer is completely safe for the liver.

  • What is the effect of Sulmer on the Heart?


    You can take Sulmer without any fear of damage to the heart.



Severe Interaction of Sulmer with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Sulmer Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Sulmer

  • Is this Sulmer habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Sulmer.

Sulmer Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Sulmer


    Taking Sulmer with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Sulmer


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



Frequently asked Questions about Sulmer

Question over 5 years ago

What is Sulmer?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

How does Sulmer work?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Sulmer works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Sulmer?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Sulmer 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

Does Sulmer cause diarrhea?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Sulmer can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Sulmer for cough?

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

Yes, Sulmer 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.



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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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