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Micropenam 500 Injection Information

Micropenam 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Secondary and off-label uses of Micropenam 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Micropenam 500 Injection 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.

Micropenam 500 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. While these are the most often observed Micropenam 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Micropenam 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Micropenam 500 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Micropenam 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Micropenam 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Micropenam 500 Injection in conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy. The section on Micropenam 500 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Micropenam 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Micropenam 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Micropenam Benefits & Uses
Micropenam Dosage & How to Take
Micropenam Side Effects
Micropenam Related Warnings
Micropenam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Micropenam
Micropenam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Micropenam 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Micropenam 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Micropenam 500 Injection 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

Micropenam 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Micropenam 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Micropenam 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Micropenam. Immediately discontinue Micropenam if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Micropenam 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Micropenam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Micropenam 500 Injection on the Liver?

Micropenam is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Micropenam 500 Injection on the Heart?

Micropenam is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Micropenam 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Micropenam 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Micropenam 500 Injection

Is this Micropenam 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Micropenam 500 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Micropenam 500 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Micropenam 500 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Micropenam 500 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Micropenam 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Micropenam 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Micropenam 500 Injection

Taking Micropenam 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Micropenam 500 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Micropenam 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Micropenam 500 Injection

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Micropenam for cough?

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

Yes, Micropenam 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 use Micropenam to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can use Micropenam to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming medicine for pneumonia.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Micropenam work?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Micropenam 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Micropenam used to treat UTI?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Micropenam 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.