Uses of Meropen 500

Severe bacterial infections

Side effects of Meropen 500

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Rash

How to use Meropen 500

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

How Meropen 500 works

Meropen 500 is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

What if you forget to take Meropen 500?

If you miss a dose of Meropen 500, please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Meropen 500 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.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Meropen 500 does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Meropen 500 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Meropen 500 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Meropen 500 alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CAUTION – Kidney: Meropen 500 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Meropen 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Meropen 500 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Meropen 500 is recommended.