Mero 500mg Injection

Active Ingredient: Meropenem (500mg)
Therapeutic Class: Broad-spectrum Carbapenem Antibiotic

Key Benefits:

• Treats severe bacterial infections (skin, lungs, abdomen, urinary tract, blood, brain/meningitis).

• Prevents post-surgical infections (colon/rectal procedures).

• Effective against multi-resistant bacteria in hospitalized/critically ill patients.

How It Works:

• Kills bacteria by disrupting their cell wall formation, leading to bacterial death.

Administration:

• Given intravenously (IV) by a healthcare professional.

• Dosage depends on infection type, severity, and patient’s kidney function.

Side Effects (Common, Usually Mild):

• Rash, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, anemia.

• Rare: Injection site reactions, seizures (in high doses), allergic reactions.

Safety Advice:

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Safe if prescribed (limited risk).

• Kidney Disease: Dose adjustment needed.

• Liver Disease: No dose adjustment required.

• Alcohol: No interaction.

• Driving: Caution advised (may cause dizziness).

Important Notes:

• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve.

• Inform your doctor if you have epilepsy, kidney issues, or allergies.

• Regular blood tests may be required to monitor side effects.

Note: Not for viral infections. Do not self-administer.