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Merop 250mg Injection Substitute

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Composition:

MEROPENEM-250MG

Uses:

Merop 250mg Injection is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Merop 250mg Injection are as follows:<br/>• Treatment of Infections: Merop 250mg Injection is used for treating various bacterial infections, particularly those caused by Gram-negative bacteria, such as urinary tract infections and respiratory infections.<br/>• Complicated Intra-abdominal Infections: Merop 250mg Injection may be utilized in the treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections, ensuring effective management and resolution of the condition.<br/>• Septicemia: Merop 250mg Injection can be indicated for the treatment of septicemia, a serious bloodstream infection caused by bacteria, helping to stabilize the patient's condition.<br/>• Pneumonia Treatment: Merop 250mg Injection is also used in the management of pneumonia, due to its effectiveness against resistant bacterial strains.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Merop 250mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic containing Meropene known to fight against a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections of various body parts like complicated skin and soft tissue infections, blood, lungs (pneumonia including ventilator-associated pneumonia), and severe urinary tract infections. It also effectively treats infection in the brain, known as meningitis (infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord). It works by killing the bacteria (bactericidal). It prevents the formation of a bacterial protective cell wall, which is required for bacteria to survive. And effectively treat bacterial infection.

FAQs

Merop 250mg Injection belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antibiotics', primarily used to treat severe bacterial infections.

Merop 250mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic containing Meropene that works by killing the bacteria (bactericidal in nature). It prevents the formation of a bacterial protective cell wall, which is required for bacteria to survive. And effectively treat bacterial infection.

Antibiotic medicines like Merop 250mg Injection can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have watery or bloody stool, visit your doctor immediately. Also, do not use any anti-diarrheal medicines on your own unless suggested by your doctor.

No, Merop 250mg Injection is known to contra-indicate with valproic acid and increase the episodes of seizures. So, both medicines should not be taken together to avoid any unpleasant side effects.

Yes, Merop 250mg Injection can cause a serious allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis (serious allergic reaction to a medication), which can be life-threatening. If you have itching, trouble breathing or swallowing, and have swelling in your hands or face, please visit your doctor.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, headache, pain, redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site. Most of these side effects of Merop 250mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time.

Drug resistance is a condition which occurs when the bacteria gets modified in the body and stops reacting to the medicine. As a result, the medicine no longer works. Resistance to Merop 250mg Injection is not very common at least for the bacteria against which it works.

Although rare reports indicate that Merop 250mg Injection may decrease the blood sugar levels, it does not affect everyone. However, it is important to regularly monitor your blood sugar levels. If you experience any sudden drop in blood sugar levels, consult your doctor.

Merop 250mg Injection is generally safe for children above 3 months of age. It is only administered by a doctor at a hospital.

No, do not stop taking Merop 250mg Injection without consulting your doctor even if you feel better as it may increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. Therefore, complete full course of treatment.