Meropenem 1000mg Injection

Tixonem-1g is a broad spectrum antibiotic. It belongs to the carbapenem class of medicines. It is used in hospitals and clinical settings. The medicines treated bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms. Meropenem works against many gram positive and gram negative bacteria. These include strains that are resistant to other antibiotics.

Uses of Meropenem 1000mg Injection

Tixonem-1g is commonly prescribed for many treatments. It can manage many severe and life threatening infections:

• Complicated intra abdominal infections
• Severe respiratory tract infections
• Hospital acquired pneumonia
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Bloodstream infections
• Bacterial meningitis
• Infections caused by multi drug resistant bacteria

It is used only for bacterial infections. It is not effective against viral illnesses. Do not use it for common cold or flu.

How Meropenem Works

The medicine prevents bacterial cell wall synthesis. It binds to specific proteins in the bacterial cell wall. This injection actually works by weakening the walls. This causes the bacteria to break down and die. This bacterial action helps manage the infection. This way, the bacteria is prevented from multiplying.

Benefits of Meropenem 1000mg Injection

• Broad spectrum activity against many serious bacterial pathogens
• Effective against antibiotic resistant bacteria
• Rapid action in severe infections
• Proven safety when used under medical supervision
• Suitable for critical infections requiring intravenous treatment

How to Use

This injection is administered intravenously (IV). It must be given by a healthcare professional in a hospital or a clinical setting. This depends on the type of treatment:

• Dose
• Frequency
• Duration

It also depends on the severity of the:

• Infection
• Patient’s age
• Kidney function
• Overall medical condition

Patients should not self administer this medication.

Possible Side Effects

Like all medications, Meropenem may cause side effects. But not everyone experiences them. These are the common side effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Itching
• Inflammation at the injection site

These are some of the rare but serious side effects:

• Allergic reactions
• Seizures 
• Severe diarrhea

Make sure to report unusual symptoms to a healthcare provider.

Storage

• Store Tixonem-1g  according to the manufacturer’s injections. 
• Keep the unopened vials in a cool place away from direct light.
• Follow the recommended time frame as advised by a healthcare professional. Keep out of reach of children.