Merosure 1gm Injection
Manufacturer
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Meropenem (1gm)
Key Information
Short Description
Merosure 1gm Injection is an antibiotic used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood, and brain.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Merosure 1gm Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip/infusion or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep on taking the injection for as long as you have been prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early, the infection may return or worsen.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Merosure 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Quick Tips
Merosure 1gm Injection is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function and blood count while you are having treatment with this medication.
Frequently asked questions
Inform your doctor about any previous history with other medications before starting Merosure 1gm Injection treatment, as it may interact with medicines used for epilepsy like valproic acid, making them less effective and potentially causing seizures.
Any previous history with any other medication should be informed to the doctor before starting your treatment with Merosure 1gm Injection. Medicines like Merosure 1gm Injection can interfere with valproic acid which is used for the treatment of epilepsy, making it less effective. So, the reason for the recent episode of seizure could be the result of such drug interaction. Generally, in cases like these, the doctor prescribes a different medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medication or antibiotic before starting Merosure 1gm Injection treatment, as serious skin reactions are rare but have been reported with its use.
Serious skin reactions are rare, but some have been reported with the use of Merosure 1gm Injection. Therefore, before starting the treatment inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or antibiotic. Serious skin reactions are a type of allergic reaction. But, if not properly managed then they can endanger life. So, if you notice any rash along with fever or peeling of the skin, discontinue the medication and inform your doctor.
Merosure 1gm Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against various bacterial infections, including pneumonia, urinary tract infections, abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, meningitis, and infections during or after delivery.
Merosure 1gm Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which means it can treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections affecting the lungs (pneumonia) and complicated infections of the urinary tract, abdomen, and skin and soft tissue infections. Along with that, it is also helpful in treating bacterial infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meningitis) and infections that occur during or after delivery.
Merosure 1gm Injection is effective only against bacteria and not against viruses or fungi; it is used to treat infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, S. pyogenes, S. viridans group, etc.
Yes, Merosure 1gm Injection is effective only against bacteria. It is not effective against virus or fungal infections. Merosure 1gm Injection is effective against some bacteria which include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, S. pyogenes, S. viridans group, etc. Therefore, its use against any other type of bacteria should be avoided.
Seizures or fits can occur with Merosure 1gm Injection treatment, especially in patients with a history of seizures, brain lesions, bacterial meningitis, or compromised kidney function; consult your doctor to understand the exact reason.
There are reports which suggest the occurrence of seizures or fits with the use of Merosure 1gm Injection. However, fits are more likely to occur in patients with a history of seizures or a brain lesion (wound, ulcer, abscess or tumor) or patients having bacterial meningitis or compromised kidney function. Consult your doctor to understand the exact reason.
The length of treatment with Merosure 1gm Injection is determined by your doctor based on factors such as general health, type of infection, and response to the medication; consult your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of treatment.
The length of the treatment will be decided by your doctor. The doctor will decide the dose depending on your general health, the type of infection you have, and how well you respond to Merosure 1gm Injection. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Minor side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and headache may occur with Merosure 1gm Injection treatment; inform your doctor if these symptoms bother you or develop serious side effects, seek immediate medical advice.
It is common to have minor side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and headache with the use of Merosure 1gm Injection. However, these symptoms generally settle down with continued medication as the body adapts to the medicine. If the side effects bother you, inform your doctor. The doctor will suggest an alternative medicine if required. Serious side effects with Merosure 1gm Injection are very rare. In case you develop serious side effects, seek immediate medical advice.
Do not stop or miss any doses of Merosure 1gm Injection treatment; skipping doses can lead to reduced effectiveness or the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria; take the missed dose as soon as possible and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
Similar results may be seen if you skip any dose or are forgetful in taking the suggested doses. Therefore, it is recommended that you do not miss doses. If you do, take the missed dose as soon as you can and take the next dose as planned so that you stick to the same overall daily dose.
