Merotrol 1g Injection

Product Description
Merotrol 1g Injection is an antibiotic medicine that contains Meropenem. It belongs to the carbapenem group of antibiotics and is used to treat a wide range of serious bacterial infections. It works by killing the bacteria and stopping their growth. Doctors usually prescribe it for infections of the lungs, urinary tract, abdomen, brain (meningitis), skin, and blood.

Benefits
• Effective against a broad range of bacterial infections
• Helps in treating complicated infections that do not respond to other antibiotics
• Useful in severe respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia
• Provides relief in intra-abdominal and urinary tract infections
• Helps manage bacterial meningitis by controlling infection in the brain
• Prevents the spread of infection to other parts of the body

Side Effects
• Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Headache or dizziness
• Rash, itching, or other allergic reactions in rare cases
• Changes in liver function tests in some patients
• Seizures in individuals with brain-related conditions (uncommon)

How to Use
• Administered by a doctor or nurse as an injection into a vein
• Dosage and duration depend on the type and severity of infection
• Do not self-administer the injection
• Complete the full course as prescribed, even if symptoms improve early

What to Avoid
• Avoid skipping doses to prevent bacterial resistance
• Do not use for viral infections like flu or cold
• Avoid alcohol as it may worsen side effects such as dizziness or stomach upset
• Do not stop treatment midway without consulting the doctor

Precautions
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or history of seizures before starting
• Dose adjustment may be needed in elderly patients or those with kidney disease
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use only if clearly prescribed by the doctor
• Inform your doctor about any ongoing medicines to avoid interactions, especially with other antibiotics or seizure medicines
• Report any severe allergic reaction immediately to the healthcare provider