Meropenem +Tazobactum Injection
Tazobactam + meropenem is a class of medicine known as antibiotics that is prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections. Bacterial infection refers to a condition where toxic bacteria invade, grow, and infect the body. It is characterized by fever, chills, and tiredness.
Tazobactam + meropenem consists of Meropenem and Tazobactam. Meropenem inhibits the formation of bacterial cell walls, which is essential for their growth. Tazobactam inhibits the breakdown of Meropenem by inhibiting the beta-lactamase enzyme secreted by bacteria. Both Tazobactam+meropenem assist in treating bacterial infections.
Benefits:
- Tazobactam+meropenem is a category of medications known as antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections.
- Tazobactam inhibits the breakdown of Meropenem by inhibiting the beta-lactamase enzyme secreted by bacteria.
- Meropenem inhibits bacterial cell wall formation, which is essential for bacterial survival.
Uses:
- The combination is effective against most Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, and some of these are resistant to other antibiotics.
- Used in the treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections (e.g., peritonitis, appendicitis).
- Effectively treats pneumonia, including those with comorbidities and/or hospitalized patients.
- Used to treat complicated urinary tract infections (e.g., pyelonephritis).
- Used for the treatment of complicated skin and soft-tissue infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Used for the cure of sepsis and other severe infections demanding broad coverage.
Directions to use:
- Do not give yourself.
- Pinch the skin firmly between your thumb and index finger and quickly.
- Put the needle straight into the muscle.
- Draw back the plunger; if blood appears in the syringe, withdraw the needle from the skin.
- Replace the needle with a new one of the same caliber.
- You may use the drug that is already in the syringe.
- Administer the drug slowly.
Dosage:
Administer this injection in the appropriate dose as directed by your physician. Do not administer the higher mg of this drug.
Storage:
- Place this drug in a dry and cool environment.
- Do not put this infusion under the sun.
- Keep this infusion away from children and animals.
Side Effects:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
Precautions:
- You have been prescribed Tazobactam + meropenem Injection to cure different bacterial infections.
- Diarrhea can be a side effect, but it will cease once your course is over. Let your doctor know if it does not cease or if you notice blood in your stools.
- Stick to plain foods, do not eat rich or spicy food, and drink plenty of water when taking this medicine.
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after the administration of Tazobactam + meropenem Injection.
- This medicine may make the oral typhoid vaccine less effective. If you are about to have any vaccinations, ensure that the person who is treating you is aware that you are taking this antibiotic.
- If you are undergoing surgery, including dental surgery, inform the surgeon or dentist that you are taking Tazobactam + meropenem Injection.
