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Merotec-500 mg Injection
Meropenem (500mg)
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Merotec-500 mg Injection is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Meropenem (500mg)
Available variants: injection 500 mg VIAL
Best price: ₹531
MRP: ₹559
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
Ordering notes
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Composition of Merotec-500 mg Injection
Merotec-500 mg Injection contains Meropenem (500mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Merotec-500 mg Injection
- This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection
- gut infection
- skin infection and dental infection.
Key benefits
- Targets infections that other antibiotic groups do not reach
How Merotec-500 mg Injection works
Meropenem kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
How to take Merotec-500 mg Injection
This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not attempt to inject it yourself unless you have been trained and told to. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Merotec-500 mg Injection
Most side effects of Merotec-500 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea
- Metallic taste
- Loose motions
- Stomach pain
- Headache
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-500 mg Injection
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.
Do not take Merotec-500 mg if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
How to store Merotec-500 mg Injection
Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Merotec-500 mg Injection
Space the doses evenly and complete the course. Take tetracyclines with a full glass of water and stay upright for half an hour afterwards. Never use a leftover antibiotic, or someone else's, for a new illness.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
Substitutes for Merotec-500 mg Injection
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Meropenem (500mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Merotec-500 mg Injection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meronic 0.5 g Injection | 1X1 | ₹593 | 12% more |
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Merotec-500 mg Injection FAQs
What is Merotec-500 mg Injection used for?
Merotec-500 mg Injection is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection. 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-500 mg Injection?
Merotec-500 mg Injection contains Meropenem (500mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Merotec-500 mg Injection?
This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Merotec-500 mg Injection work?
Meropenem kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
Is Merotec-500 mg Injection a prescription medicine?
Yes. Merotec-500 mg Injection 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-500 mg Injection?
The side effects reported most often with Merotec-500 mg are Nausea, Metallic taste, Loose motions, Stomach pain, Headache. 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-500 mg Injection be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Merotec-500 mg.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Merotec-500 mg Injection?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Merotec-500 mg Injection?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Merotec-500 mg Injection habit forming?
No. Merotec-500 mg Injection is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Merotec-500 mg Injection cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Merotec-500 mg Injection starts at ₹531 (MRP ₹559) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 500 mg VIAL. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Merotec-500 mg Injection?
Merotec-500 mg Injection is manufactured by ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Merotec-500 mg Injection delivered?
Merotec-500 mg Injection 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-500 mg Injection, Quick facts
- Salt
- Meropenem (500mg)
- Form
- injection
- Best price
- ₹531
- MRP
- ₹559
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
- Manufacturer
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- injection 500 mg VIAL
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Merotec-500 mg Injection 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.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- 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-500 mg Injection.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
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.