Metomit 500mg Tablet SR
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Rs.231for 1 strip(s) (10 tablet sr each)
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lactation interaction for Metomit Tablet SR
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Metomit 500mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Metomit 500mg Tablet SR does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Metomit 500mg Tablet SR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metomit 500mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Metomit 500mg Tablet SR
Meropenem(500mg)
Metomit tablet sr uses
{med_name} is used in severe bacterial infections. It is used in infections of various body parts like skin and soft tissues, urinary tract, blood, brain and lungs (pneumonia).
How metomit tablet sr works
Metomit 500mg Tablet SR is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Common side effects of metomit tablet sr
Rash, Headache, Vomiting, Nausea, Itching, Diarrhea, Injection site inflammation, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Sepsis, Constipation, Apnea (absence of breathing), Shock, Thrombophlebitis, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Abdominal pain, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Dark colored stool, Nosebleeds, Intrabdominal bleeding, Chest pain, Heart failure, Fast heart rate, High blood pressure, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Oral fungal infection, Decreased appetite, Cholestatic jaundice, Jaundice, Peripheral edema, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Agitation, Delirium (acute confusional state), Respiratory disorder, Red spots or bumps, Renal failure, Vaginal yeast infection, Urinary incontinence, Inflammation of vein, Hypersensitivity, Cutaneous reactions, Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea, Low blood platelets
SUBSTITUTES FOR Metomit Tablet SR
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Metomit Tablet SR
- Meropenem is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney function and blood count while you are having treatment with this medication.
Frequently asked questions FOR Metomit 500mg Tablet SR
Meropenem
Q. My friend has a history of epilepsy and she was on valproic acid while receiving treatment with Metomit 500mg Tablet SR, still, she had an episode of seizure. Why?
Any previous history with any other medication should be informed to the doctor before starting your treatment with Metomit 500mg Tablet SR. Medicines like Metomit 500mg Tablet SR can interfere with valproic acid which is used for the treatment of epilepsy, making it less effective. So, the reason for the recent episode of seizure could be the result of such drug interaction. Generally, in cases like these, the doctor prescribes a different medicine.
Q. Even though Metomit 500mg Tablet SR is used for skin infections, can it cause any skin-related problems?
Serious skin reactions are rare, but some have been reported with the use of Metomit 500mg Tablet SR. Therefore, before starting the treatment inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or antibiotic. Serious skin reactions are a type of allergic reaction. But, if not properly managed then they can endanger life. So, if you notice any rash along with fever or peeling of the skin, discontinue the medication and inform your doctor.
Q. Is Metomit 500mg Tablet SR a strong antibiotic? Which infections does it treat?
Metomit 500mg Tablet SR is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which means it can treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections affecting the lungs (pneumonia) and complicated infections of the urinary tract, abdomen, and skin and soft tissue infections. Along with that, it is also helpful in treating bacterial infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meningitis) and infections that occur during or after delivery.