Meropenem (Juno) TM
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Active ingredients: meropenem
Brand name
(ARTG)
: MEROPENEM JUNO meropenem (as trihydrate) 500 mg powder for injection vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Meropenem Juno is indicated for treatment of the following infections, in adults and children (aged 3 months and over), when the causative organisms are known or suspected to be resistant to commonly used antibiotics:,, Community acquired lower respiratory tract infection ,, Hospital acquired lower respiratory tract infection,, Complicated urinary tract infection,, Febrile neutropaenia,, Intra-abdominal and gynaecological (poly microbial) infections,, Complicated skin and skin structure infections,, Meningitis,, Septicaemia
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intravenous
- White to light yellow coloured powder.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 vials pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient meropenem
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
