Merocrit 1gm Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection
By CIPLA LIMITED
1 Powder For Injection(s) in Dry Vial
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Merocrit 1 G Description
Merocrit Powder For Injection is used to treat severe and serious infections caused by various infection-causing bacteria. Merocrit Powder For Injection contains meropenem as its active ingredient. I
t is a higher-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
Offer Price | ₹846.56 |
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Contains | Meropenem(1.0 G) |
Uses | Bacterial infection |
Side effects | Pain at injection site, diarrhea, nausea, stomach ache |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of Merocrit 1 G
- Merocrit Powder For Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections.
Contraindications of Merocrit 1 G
If you are allergic to meropenem, any other antibiotics or any other ingredients of Merocrit Powder For Injection
Side effects of Merocrit 1 G
Pain, inflammation, swelling, redness at the injection site, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, rash, headache, stomach ache
Precautions and Warnings of Merocrit 1 G
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Merocrit Powder For Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Merocrit Powder For 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 Merocrit Powder For Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
There is limited information available about the effect of Merocrit Powder For 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 Merocrit Powder For Injection?
A:
Merocrit Powder For 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 Merocrit Powder For 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 of Merocrit 1 G
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 of Merocrit 1 G
Merocrit Powder For Injection will be given in a hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection. Do not self-inject this medicine.
Interactions of Merocrit 1 G
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Merocrit Powder For Injection works, or Merocrit Powder For 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 of Merocrit 1 G
- Store in a cool dry place. Protect it from light.
- Do not freeze.
Dosage of Merocrit 1 G
Overdose
Merocrit Powder For 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 Merocrit Powder For 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. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Merocrit Powder For Injection be used to relieve pain?
A: No, Merocrit Powder For Injection is not a pain killer. This medicine only treats severe bacterial infections.
Q: I have fever, cough and cold, can I take Merocrit Powder For Injection?
A: No, Merocrit Powder For 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 Merocrit Powder For Injection an antibiotic?
A: Yes, Merocrit Powder For Injection is an antibiotic.
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Product Details
Brand
MEROCRIT
Expires on or After
30/12/2025
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