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Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
Meropenem 1 g (as meropenem trihydrate) powder for solution for injection/infusion
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial is used for treatment of serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia (including hospital-acquired), complicated intra-abdominal infections, complicated skin and soft tissue infections, complicated urinary tract infections, bacterial meningitis, septicaemia, and empirical treatment of febrile neutropenia caused by susceptible organisms.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹1,000
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Key details
Salt: Meropenem 1 g (as meropenem trihydrate) powder for solution for injection/infusion
Available variants: injection 1 gm VIAL
Best price: ₹1,000
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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Composition of Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial contains Meropenem 1 g (as meropenem trihydrate) powder for solution for injection/infusion. It belongs to the Carbapenem (beta-lactam) antibiotic class of medicines.
Uses of Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
- Treatment of serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia (including hospital-acquired)
- complicated intra-abdominal infections
- complicated skin and soft tissue infections
- complicated urinary tract infections
- bacterial meningitis
- septicaemia
- and empirical treatment of febrile neutropenia caused by susceptible organisms.
Key benefits
- Broad-spectrum coverage for severe infections
- Effective against many resistant Gram-negative bacteria
- Useful in polymicrobial intra-abdominal infections
- Option for bacterial meningitis and sepsis
- Empirical therapy in febrile neutropenia (as per clinician)
How Merotec-1 g Injection Vial works
Meropenem is a broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins. This leads to defective cell wall formation and bacterial cell death (bactericidal action).
How to take Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
Most side effects of Merotec-1 g are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Diarrhoea
- nausea
- vomiting
- headache
- rash
- injection site pain/phlebitis
- fever
- elevated liver enzymes
- thrombocytopenia
- eosinophilia
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
| Pregnancy | Consult doctor |
|---|---|
| Alcohol | Use with caution |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Prescription-only hospital antibiotic; use only for proven/suspected bacterial infections to reduce resistance. Adjust dose in renal impairment; monitor kidney function and blood counts during prolonged therapy. Risk of hypersensitivity reactions (cross-reactivity possible in penicillin/cephalosporin allergy) and severe skin reactions; seek urgent care for rash, swelling or breathing difficulty. May cause seizures, especially with CNS disorders or renal dysfunction. Clostridioides difficile–associated diarrhoea can occur; report persistent diarrhoea.
Interactions with other medicines
Valproic acid/sodium valproate (markedly reduces valproate levels; avoid), probenecid (increases meropenem levels), anticoagulants such as warfarin (may increase INR; monitor), other nephrotoxic drugs (use with caution)
How to store Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
Store unopened vial below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. After reconstitution/dilution, use immediately; if storage is necessary, follow hospital guidelines and product label for stability; do not freeze prepared solutions unless label allows.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Carbapenem (beta-lactam) antibiotic
Substitutes for Merotec-1 g Injection Vial
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Meropenem 1 g (as meropenem trihydrate) powder for solution for injection/infusion). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Merotec-1 g Injection Vial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meromac 1 gMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | vial · VIAL | ₹836 | 16% cheaper |
| Merovaz 1 g InjectionZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | injection · 1VIAL | ₹1,000 | same price |
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Merotec-1 g Injection Vial FAQs
What is Merotec-1 g Injection Vial used for?
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial is commonly used for Treatment of serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia (including hospital-acquired), complicated intra-abdominal infections, complicated skin and soft tissue infections, complicated urinary tract infections, bacterial meningitis, septicaemia, and empirical treatment of febrile neutropenia caused by susceptible organisms. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Merotec-1 g Injection Vial?
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial contains Meropenem 1 g (as meropenem trihydrate) powder for solution for injection/infusion. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How does Merotec-1 g Injection Vial work?
Meropenem is a broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins.
Is Merotec-1 g Injection Vial a prescription medicine?
Yes. Merotec-1 g Injection Vial is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Merotec-1 g Injection Vial?
The side effects reported most often with Merotec-1 g are Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, headache, rash. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Merotec-1 g Injection Vial be taken during pregnancy?
Consult doctor Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Merotec-1 g.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Merotec-1 g Injection Vial?
Use with caution
Is Merotec-1 g Injection Vial habit forming?
No. Merotec-1 g Injection Vial is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Merotec-1 g Injection Vial?
Meromac 1 g has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹836 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Merotec-1 g Injection Vial cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial starts at ₹1,000 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 1 gm VIAL. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Merotec-1 g Injection Vial?
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial is manufactured by ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Merotec-1 g Injection Vial delivered?
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Merotec-1 g Injection Vial, Quick facts
- Salt
- Meropenem 1 g (as meropenem trihydrate) powder for solution for injection/infusion
- Form
- injection
- Best price
- ₹1,000
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H1
- Brand
- Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
- Manufacturer
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Carbapenem (beta-lactam) antibiotic
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- injection 1 gm VIAL
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Merotec-1 g Injection Vial is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- Manufacturer labeling/pack insert, established medical literature (antibiotic guidelines), standard pharmacology references
- Indian regulatory labeling norms
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Merotec-1 g Injection Vial.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.