Merocad 250mg Injection
By ZYDUS HEALTHCARE LIMITED
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Description
Merocad 250mg Injection is used to treat severe and serious infections caused by various infection-causing bacteria. It contains meropenem as its active ingredient. Merocad 250mg Injection is a high
er-end antibiotic. Meropenem works by killing bacteria that cause infection. This medicine will be administered under medical supervision. Inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or if you are on any other medication or supplements.
Product Summary
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| Uses | Bacterial infection |
| Side effects | Pain at injection site, diarrhea, nausea, stomach ache |
| Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses
- Merocad 250mg Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections.
Contraindications
If you are allergic to meropenem, any other antibiotics or any other ingredients of Merocad 250mg Injection
Side effects
- Pain
- Inflammation
- Swelling
- Redness at the injection site
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Stomach ache
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Merocad 250mg Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Merocad 250mg Injection should be used only if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning a baby.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Merocad 250mg Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
There is limited information available about the effect of Merocad 250mg Injection on breastfeeding. Thus it should be used only if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor for further details.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Merocad 250mg Injection ?
A:
Merocad 250mg Injection does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you have a headache, tingling numbness in your hands or legs then avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Merocad 250mg Injection ?
A:
There is limited information available about the effect of alcohol of this medicine.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have diarrhoea after taking & during treatment
- You experience an allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathlessness)
- You have existing liver or kidney disease
- You have a history of fits and other brain problems
- You are on any medications
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Meropenem inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall and thus killing the bacteria which causes the infection.
Directions for Use
Merocad 250mg Injection will be given in a hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection. Do not self-inject this medicine.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Merocad 250mg Injection works, or Merocad 250mg Injection itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines to treat blood thinners like warfarin, medicines for brain-related disorders such as valproic acid and medicines used to treat gout such as probenecid.
Storage and disposal
- Store in a cool dry place. Protect it from light.
- Do not freeze.
Dosage
Overdose
Merocad 250mg Injection will be given by a doctor or nurse thus chances of overdose are unlikely. However, if you experience any discomfort or specific symptoms inform your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital....
Missed a Dose
It is unlikely that the dose of Merocad 250mg Injection will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare setup. However, if you have missed any dose of this injection inform your doctor or nurse immediately....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Merocad 250mg Injection be used to relieve pain?
A: No, Merocad 250mg Injection is not a pain killer. This medicine only treats severe bacterial infections.
Q: I have fever, cough and cold, can I take Merocad 250mg Injection ?
A: No, Merocad 250mg Injection is not for normal infections. It is for serious complicated infections like pneumonia etc. Also, it is not helpful against viruses or flu.
Q: Is Merocad 250mg Injection an antibiotic?
A: Yes, Merocad 250mg Injection is an antibiotic.
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