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Merrem IV Drug Center
Pharmacy Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD
Merrem IV (meropenem) is an antibiotic used to treat certain types of bacterial infections. It is administered intravenously. Meropenem is used in the treatment of infections of the abdomen, such as appendicitis and peritonitis, bacterial meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain), and skin infections. Side effects can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, or headache.
Adequate and well-controlled studies of this drug in pregnant women are lacking, and this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk.
Our Merrem IV Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases, and condition.
What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Merrem IV Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of MERREM I.V. (meropenem) and other antibacterial drugs, MERREM I.V. (meropenem) should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.
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What is Merrem IV Prescribing Information?
Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More
What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Merrem IV Patient Information: Side Effects
If you experience a rare but serious side effects, stop taking meropenem and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
- allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
- seizures;
- severe or watery diarrhea;
- a skin rash;
- unusual tiredness or weakness; or
- unusual bleeding or bruising.
Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use meropenem and talk to your doctor if you experience:/...
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What is Merrem IV Patient Information?
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Merrem IV Consumer Information: Uses
Meropenem is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a vein, usually every 8 hours or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
If you are giving this medication to yourself at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your health care professional. Before using, check this product visually for particles o...
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What is Merrem IV Consumer Information?
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