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About Meroprl 1 gm Injection
Meroprl 1 gm Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections. It treats bacterial infections of various body parts like skin, soft tissues, blood, brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), and urinary tract. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and causes infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.
Meroprl 1 gm Injection contains Meropenem, which helps to treat bacterial infections by killing the bacteria (bactericidal). It prevents the formation of the bacterial protective cell wall, which is required for bacteria to survive. And it helps treat bacterial infections effectively.
You are advised to take Meroprl 1 gm Injection for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, headache, pain, redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site, insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep), and sores in the mouth or throat. Most of these side effects of Meroprl 1 gm Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
If you are known allergic to Meroprl 1 gm Injection or any other medicines, let your doctor know. Inform your doctor if you have ever had a kidney or liver disease, seizures (fits), or epilepsy. If you have watery and bloody stools, please visit your doctor immediately, as this could be a sign of a new infection. Regular monitoring of kidney function and the blood cell count is required while taking Meroprl 1 gm Injection.
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Medicinal Benefits
Meroprl 1 gm Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic containing Meropene known to fight against a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections of various body parts like complicated skin and soft tissue infections, blood, lungs (pneumonia including ventilator-associated pneumonia), and severe urinary tract infections. It also effectively treats infection in the brain, known as meningitis (infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord). It works by killing the bacteria (bactericidal). It prevents the formation of a bacterial protective cell wall, which is required for bacteria to survive. And effectively treat bacterial infection.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Meroprl 1 gm Injection if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to meropenem or any other ingredients of Meroprl 1 gm Injection. Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease, seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Patients with epilepsy should tell their doctor before taking Meroprl 1 gm Injection. If you have watery and bloody stools, please visit your doctor immediately, as this could be a sign of a new infection.
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Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola, or chocolate. Meroprl 1 gm Injection may increase nervousness, sleeplessness, and anxiety caused by caffeine.
Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Meroprl 1 gm Injection to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like yogurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
Include more fiber-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet. Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Meroprl 1 gm Injection.
Avoid alcoholic beverages with Meroprl 1 gm Injection as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Meroprl 1 gm Injection in fighting off infections.
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Alcohol
Caution
Meroprl 1 gm Injection can affect alertness and coordination. So, alcohol consumption should be avoided as it might further reduce alertness and cause excessive drowsiness.
Pregnancy
Caution
Meroprl 1 gm Injection is a category B pregnancy drug. It is not known to harm the baby. But it should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Meroprl 1 gm Injection should only be taken in breastfeeding women if prescribed by a doctor.
Driving
Caution
Meroprl 1 gm Injection can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
Caution
Meroprl 1 gm Injection to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.
Kidney
Caution
Meroprl 1 gm Injection to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.
Children
Caution
Meroprl 1 gm Injection is generally safe for children aged above 3 months. A doctor should only give it at a hospital.
Meroprl 1 gm Injection belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antibiotics', primarily used to treat severe bacterial infections.
Meroprl 1 gm Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic containing Meropene that works by killing the bacteria (bactericidal in nature). It prevents the formation of a bacterial protective cell wall, which is required for bacteria to survive. And effectively treat bacterial infection.
Antibiotic medicines like Meroprl 1 gm Injection can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have watery or bloody stool, visit your doctor immediately. Also, do not use any anti-diarrheal medicines on your own unless suggested by your doctor.
No, Meroprl 1 gm Injection is known to contra-indicate with valproic acid and increase the episodes of seizures. So, both medicines should not be taken together to avoid any unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Meroprl 1 gm Injection can cause a serious allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis (serious allergic reaction to a medication), which can be life-threatening. If you have itching, trouble breathing or swallowing, and have swelling in your hands or face, please visit your doctor.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, headache, pain, redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site. Most of these side effects of Meroprl 1 gm Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time.
Drug resistance is a condition which occurs when the bacteria gets modified in the body and stops reacting to the medicine. As a result, the medicine no longer works. Resistance to Meroprl 1 gm Injection is not very common at least for the bacteria against which it works.
Although rare reports indicate that Meroprl 1 gm Injection may decrease the blood sugar levels, it does not affect everyone. However, it is important to regularly monitor your blood sugar levels. If you experience any sudden drop in blood sugar levels, consult your doctor.
Meroprl 1 gm Injection is generally safe for children above 3 months of age. It is only administered by a doctor at a hospital.
No, do not stop taking Meroprl 1 gm Injection without consulting your doctor even if you feel better as it may increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. Therefore, complete full course of treatment.
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