What is MEROPENEM used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Meropenem for Injection, USP is a penem antibacterial indicated for the treatment of: Complicated skin and skin structure infections (adult patients and pediatric patients 3 months of age and older only). ( 1.1 ) Complicated intra-abdominal infections (adult and pediatric patients). ( 1.2 ) Bacterial meningitis (pediatric patients 3 months of age and older only). ( 1.3 ) To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness

How does MEROPENEM work?

11 DESCRIPTION Meropenem for Injection, USP is a sterile, pyrogen-free, synthetic, carbapenem antibacterial for intravenous administration.

What is the active ingredient in MEROPENEM?

Meropenemum + Vaborbactamum (Meropenemum, Vaborbactamum)

Is MEROPENEM OTC or prescription only?

MEROPENEM requires a doctor's prescription.

What are the side effects of MEROPENEM?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following are discussed in greater detail in other sections of labeling: Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Seizure Potential [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Risk of Breakthrough Seizures Due to Drug Interaction with Valproic Acid [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Clostridium difficile – associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Development of

Who should NOT take MEROPENEM?

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Meropenem for Injection, USP is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of this product or to other drugs in the same class or in patients who have demonstrated anaphylactic reactions to beta (β)-lactams. Known hypersensitivity to product components or anaphylactic reactions to β-lactams. ( 4 )

Does MEROPENEM interact with other medications?

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Co-administration of Meropenem for Injection, USP with probenecid inhibits renal excretion of meropenem and is therefore not recommended. ( 7.1 ) The concomitant use of Meropenem for Injection, USP and valproic acid or divalproex sodium is generally not recommended. Antibacterial drugs other than carbapenems should be considered to treat infections in patients whose seizures are well controlled on valproic acid or divalproex sodium. ( 5.4 , 7.2 ) 7.1 Probene

Can MEROPENEM be used during pregnancy?

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Renal Impairment: Dose adjustment is necessary, if creatinine clearance is 50 mL/min or less. ( 2.2 , 8.6 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are insufficient human data to establish whether there is a drug-associated risk of major birth defects or miscarriages with meropenem in pregnant women. No fetal toxicity or malformations were observed in pregnant rats and Cynomolgus monkeys administered intravenous meropenem during organogenesis at doses up

What precautions should be taken with MEROPENEM?

Injection Meropenem to be used for bolus intravenous injection should be constituted with sterile water for injection. Infusion For intravenous infusion meropenem vials may be directly constituted with 0.9 % sodium chloride or 5% dextrose solutions for infusion. Each vial is for single use only. Standard aseptic techniques should be used for solution preparation and administration. The solution should be shaken before use. Any unused product or waste material should be disposed

Who manufactures MEROPENEM?

Menarini International Operations Luxembourg S.A. (Włochy)

What ATC class does MEROPENEM belong to?

MEROPENEM: ATC J01DH52. ATC is the WHO Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification — it groups drugs by organ system and pharmacological mechanism.

MEROPENEM

1 g + 1 g, Proszek do sporządzania koncentratu roztworu do infuzji

INN: Meropenemum + Vaborbactamum

Data updated: 2026-04-13

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Form

Proszek do sporządzania koncentratu roztworu do infuzji

Dosage

1 g + 1 g

Route

dożylna

Storage

Storage Conditions Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).‍‍‍‍‍‍‍ [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Sterile, Nonpyrogenic, Preservative-free. The container closure is not made with natural rubber latex.

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