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Meropenem uses

is a carbapenem antibiotic, prescribed for bacterial infections like skin and skin structure infections, bacterial meningitis, serious nosocomial infections lik

Meropenem indications

Meropenem is a carbapenem antibiotic, prescribed for bacterial infections like skin and skin structure infections, bacterial meningitis, serious nosocomial infections like septicaemia, febrile neutropenia, intraabdominal and pelvic infections. The medication inhibits cell wall synthesis in bacteria, and thereby leading to cell death. 

Meropenem contraindication

Hypersensitivity.

Meropenem dosage

IV- The recommended dose is 0.5 gm to 2 gm (10 to 40mg/kg) by slow infusion, 3 times per day.

Meropenem usage

It comes as a solution for injection, administered by a healthcare provider, into the vein.

Meropenem precautions

Caution needed for patients with history of hypersensitivity to carbapenem, pencillin or other beta-lactam antibiotics; infants <3 months; kidney malfunction, neurological disorders, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.
Not recommended for use in MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections.

Meropenem side effects

Body as a Whole- Pain, abdominal pain, chest pain, fever, back pain, abdominal enlargement, chills and pelvic pain.
Heart- Heart failure, heart arrest, fast/slow heart rate, high/low blood pressure, heart attack, blood clot in lungs and fainting.
Gastrointestinal- Oral infection, loss of appetite, indigestion and intestinal obstruction.
Blood- Anemia and increased blood volume.
Metabolic- Peripheral edema and poor oxygen supply.
Central Nervous System - Sleeplessness, agitation, confusion, dizziness, seizure, tingling, hallucinations, drowsiness, anxiety, depression and weakness.
Respiratory - Respiratory disorder, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, pleural effusion, asthma, cough increased and lung swelling.
Skin - Hives, sweating and skin ulcer.
Genitourinary- Painful urination, kidney failure, vaginal infection and urinary incontinence.
Liver- Jaundice and liver failure.
Potentially Fatal- Anaphylaxis and Stevens-Johnsons sydrome.

Meropenem warning

Long term or repeated use of Meropenem may cause secondary infection.

Meropenem storage conditions

Injection: Once reconstituted, up to 2 hour at room temperature (15-25пїЅC) or up to 12 hour at refrigerator (4пїЅC).

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References

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Meropenem - Frequently asked Questions

Can Meropenem be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

Can Meropenem be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Meropenem be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

Reviews

Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Meropenem, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Meropenem. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.

Patient reports

Patient reported useful

No survey data has been collected yet


One patient reported side effects

Does the Meropenem Have Any Side Effects?
Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Meropenem. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Meropenem.
Patients%
No side effects1
100.0%


One patient reported price estimates

Do you think The Price of Meropenem is Worth It?
Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Meropenem medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients%
Expensive1
100.0%


One patient reported frequency of use

How often should I take Meropenem?
According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Meropenem should take 3 times in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients%
3 times in a day1
100.0%


Six patients reported doses

What is the specific doses you have used?
Meropenem May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients%
1-5mg3
50.0%
201-500mg2
33.3%
11-50mg1
16.7%


Patient reported time for results

No survey data has been collected yet


Patient reported administration

No survey data has been collected yet


Two patients reported age

Patients%
> 602
100.0%


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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology