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Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection

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Product introduction

Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection is a combination of two antibiotic medicines. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood, brain, and others. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria that cause these problems.

Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection is given by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. Get the injection as long as your doctor has prescribed it to get the most benefit from it. If you stop getting the injection, the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, or local redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, liver, or kidney problems, or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, you may be advised blood tests to monitor your blood cells and kidney function. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding to make sure it is safe for you and the developing baby.

Uses of Merotaxil-T Injection

  • Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Merotaxil-T Injection

In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Merotaxil-T Injection

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 Merotaxil-T

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Merotaxil-T Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Merotaxil-T Injection works

Meropenem is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive. Tazobactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It works by blocking an enzyme (beta-lactamase) produced by bacteria to inactivate antibiotics.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection to treat various bacterial infections.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy food and drink plenty of water while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection.
  • This medicine can reduce the effectiveness of oral typhoid vaccine. If you are due to have any vaccinations, make sure the person treating you knows that you are taking this antibiotic.
  • If you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are receiving Merotaxil-T 1.125gm Injection.

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