Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection

Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth.

Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the medicine should be completed even if you feel better.

The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, etc. You may also experience injection site redness, swelling, and pain that goes away with time. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.

• Severe bacterial infections

Severe bacterial infections
Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Merohex S

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Rash

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Meropenem and Sulbactam. Meropenem is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which blocks the action of enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate Meropenem. Addition of Sulbactam reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Meropenem against bacteria.

• Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor only.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
• It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it can enhance the dizziness.
• Discontinue Merotum 1000mg/500mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

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