Meropenem (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: meropenem
Pack: Meropenem (Apo) 1 g powder for injection, 10 vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-MEROPENEM meropenem (as trihydrate) 1000 mg powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Meropenem 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 neutropenia; 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 slightly yellow powder
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 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
