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| Brand | Cipla Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cipla Ltd. |
| Prescription required | Yes |
Merocrit 0.5gm Injection
Meropenem (500mg)
Description
Merocrit 0.5gm Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip/infusion or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep on taking the injection for as long as you have been prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.Benefits
Merocrit 0.5gm Injection belongs to a group of medicines called carbapenem antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is a versatile medicine used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), abdomen, urinary tract, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine is usually given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Specification
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Side Effects
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 Merocrit Rash Headache Vomiting Nausea Itching Diarrhea Injection site inflammation Anemia (low number of red blood cells) Sepsis Constipation Apnea (absence of breathing) ShockThis information is for reference only. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any medicine.