category
Antibiotic
composition
This is an antibiotic drug ie. Meropenem 1000 mg
workings
Meropenem 1000 mg that helps to treat bacterial infections by killing the bacteria (bactericidal). It prevents the formation of the bacterial protective cell wall, which is required for bacteria to survive. And it helps in effectively treating bacterial infection.
usage
Bacterial infection : skin infection ,,soft tissues infection,,blood infection ,, brain (meningitis),, lungs infection (pneumonia),, urinary tract infection.
directions
Meropenem 1000 mg belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antibiotics', primarily used to treat severe bacterial infections. It treats infections of various body parts like skin, soft tissues, blood, brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), urinary tract. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and causes infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.
side effects
Pain,,Nausea,,Vomiting,,Diarrhea,,Headache,,Constipation,,Abdominal (stomach) pain.,,Insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep),,Redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site,,Sores in the mouth or throat
warnings
Warning: Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to any antibiotic before taking this medicine. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. It may blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Meropenem 1gm Injection is known to interact with anti-epilepsy medicines (valproic acid, divalproex sodium), and anti-gout medicine (probenecid).
Drug-Food Interaction: Meropenem 1gm Injection should not be taken along with alcohol as it might further affect mental alertness and cause excessive drowsiness.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Meropenem 1gm Injection is known to interact in people having a brain or brain tumour, epilepsy, kidney disease or if you are on dialysis.
contraindications
your healthcare provider if you have any allergies or are taking any other medications.,,Always consult your healthcare provider before using this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.,,Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication.
other
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
lifestyle
Do regular exercise such as cyclingbody walkingbody joggingbody dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day. Invest at least 150 minutes of your week in exercise.Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.
storage
Keep the medication in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture.
directions use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.