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Carbeten 1000mg Injection
PRODUCT DETAILS
About Carbeten 1000mg Injection
MEROPENEM belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antibiotics', primarily used to treat severe bacterial infections. It treats infections of various body parts like skin, soft tissues, blood, brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), 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.
Uses of Carbeten 1000mg Injection
Severe Bacterial Infections
Medicinal Benefits of Carbeten 1000mg Injection
MEROPENEM 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), 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.
Directions for Use
MEROPENEM is available in injection form or iv infusion. It should be given in a hospital by an expert only. The dose and duration will depend upon your medical condition.
Side Effects of Carbeten 1000mg Injection
- Pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Constipation
- Abdominal (stomach) pain.
- Insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep)
- Redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site
- Sores in the mouth or throat
- Increased numbers of platelets in your blood (shown in a blood test)
- Changes in blood tests, including tests that show how well your liver is working.
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take MEROPENEM if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to meropenem or any other ingredients of MEROPENEM. 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 MEROPENEM. MEROPENEM comes in an injection, or i.v infusion form should only be given in a hospital by an expert, never self administer. If you have watery and bloody stools, please visit your doctor immediately, as this could be a sign of a new infection.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction:
MEROPENEM is known to interact in people having a brain or brain tumor, epilepsy, kidney disease or if you are on dialysis.
Drug-Disease Interaction:
MEROPENEM is known to interact with anti-epilepsy medicines (valproic acid, divalproex sodium), anti-gout medicine (probenecid).
Safety Advice
ALCOHOL
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MEROPENEM can affect alertness and coordination. So, alcohol consumption should be avoided as it might further reduce alertness and cause excessive drowsiness.
PREGNANCY
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MEROPENEM 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
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MEROPENEM should only be taken in breastfeeding women if prescribed by a doctor.
DRIVING
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MEROPENEM can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
LIVER
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MEROPENEM 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
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MEROPENEM 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.