Meropenem is generally used in treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is generally used in treatment of infections of various body parts like skin and soft tissues, urinary tract, blood, brain and lungs (pneumonia).
Side effects
Headache
Injection site reactions (pain
Nausea
Rash
redness)
swelling
Vomiting
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Meropenem is an antibiotic. It makes the condition better by preventing the bacteria from forming a bacterial protective covering that's essential for the bacteria to survive, thereby killing them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Meropenem a penicillin, cephalosporin, or beta lactam drug? Meropenem is not a penicillin or cephalosporin drug. It is a carbapenem beta-lactam antibiotic
Q. Is Meropenem safe? Meropenem is safe if it used as prescribed by the doctor.
Q. Is Meropenem dialyzable? Yes, Meropenem is dialyzable
Q. Is Meropenem compatible with vancomycin, or potassium? Meropenem may be compatible with potassium or vancomycin. Please consult your doctor before taking the drug
Q. Is Meropenem nephrotoxic, vesicant or cause thrombocytopenia? Meropenem may be nephrotoxic, vesicant, and may cause thrombocytopenia. Please consult your doctor if you experience these side effects
Q. What organisms does Meropenem cover? Meropenem is active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobes as well as anaerobes. It is effective against enterococcus, streptococcus, and methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA), but not effective against listeria or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Meropenem to cure your infection and improve symptoms.It may cause diarrhea and loose bowel movements. Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated and inform your doctor if it becomes persistent or contains blood or mucus.Discontinue Meropenem and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Your doctor may monitor your liver function while taking this medication.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Product Details
SKU: PC-49590 Product Description: Zaxter Kit 1 G Injection is manufactured by Alkem Laboratories Packing: Vial Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.