Meropenem
Meropenem
Meropenem (pronounced: mɛrɵpɛnɛm) is a broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic. It is commonly used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Etymology
The term "Meropenem" is derived from the name of its chemical class, carbapenem, and the suffix "-em", which is commonly used in the naming of antibiotics.
Usage
Meropenem is used to treat severe infections of the skin or stomach. It is also used to treat bacterial meningitis (infection that causes inflammation of the tissue that covers the brain and spinal cord). Meropenem is in a class of medications called carbapenem antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria that cause infection.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Meropenem include nausea, diarrhea, headache, inflammation or soreness at the site of injection, and rash. If these side effects persist or worsen, the patient should seek medical attention immediately.
Related Terms
- Carbapenem: A class of antibiotics to which Meropenem belongs.
- Bacterial Infection: The type of infection that Meropenem is used to treat.
- Meningitis: A severe infection of the brain and spinal cord that can be treated with Meropenem.
- Antibiotic: A type of drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Meropenem
- Wikipedia's article - Meropenem
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