Some Facts about Meropenem Injection #meropeneminjection #meropenem #carbapenem

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MEROPENEM is a carbapenem antibiotic. It treats some infections caused by bacteria. It will not work for colds, the flu, or other viruses.
COMMON BRAND NAME: Merrem
Precautions:
brain tumor
kidney disease
seizures
an unusual or allergic reaction to meropenem, other antibiotics or medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How to use this medication?
This drug is injected into a vein. It is usually given by a health care provider in a hospital or clinic setting.
If you get this drug at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give it.
Use exactly as directed.
Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Keep taking it unless your health care provider tells you to stop.
It is important that you put your used needles and syringes in a special sharps container.
Do not put them in a trash can. If you do not have a sharps container, call your pharmacist or health care provider to get one.
Talk to your health care provider about the use of this drug in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as newborns for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What may interact with this medication?
birth control pills
probenecid
valproic acid
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine. Tell your doctor or health care provider if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
This medicine may cause serious skin reactions. They can happen weeks to months after starting the medicine. Contact your health care provider right away if you notice fevers or flu-like symptoms with a rash. The rash may be red or purple and then turn into blisters or peeling of the skin. Or, you might notice a red rash with swelling of the face, lips or lymph nodes in your neck or under your arms.
Do not treat diarrhea with over the counter products. Contact your doctor if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if it is severe and watery.
Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
bloody or watery diarrhea
fever
fever with rash, swollen lymph nodes, or swelling of the face
pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected
pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
seizures
unusual bleeding or bruising
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
constipation
diarrhea
dizziness
headache
nausea, vomiting
stomach pain
vaginal discharge, itching, or odor in women
Where should I keep my medication?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

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