Patient was educated on contraindications for using Meropenem as follows: Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Meropenem. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Patients with history of opportunistic infections must be cautious about using Meropenem. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Patients with history of diminished hearing and ototoxicity are at increased risk for hearing loss with Meropenem. Discuss with your [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Meropenem as follows: Fluid retention and unusual weight gain Some forms of Meropenem have sodium content in them, which can result in fluid retention and unusual weight gain in individuals taking them. Hepatic damage Long term Meropenem intake can lead to hepatic injury, thus compromising liver function. A part of the Meropenem given IV is metabolized by the liver. Hepatic injury and altered liver function can [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Meropenem as follows: Opportunistic fungal infections The friendly normal flora residing in the human body help prevent growth of opportunistic infections. Meropenem by destroying the normal flora, tips the balance in favor of opportunistic infections. So, long term use of Meropenem carries a risk of opportunistic fungal infections, such as, thrush and yeast infections. Anaphylaxis A rare, but serious anaphylactic response can occur for Meropenem. Patients [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Meropenem as follows: Nausea and vomiting This is the most common side effect of Meropenem. Taking the antibiotic with some food and water can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Diarrhea Human intestines have a lot of bacteria, both good and bad, living in a sensitive balance with each other. This helps maintain the normal natural intestinal environment. Meropenem works by killing the bacteria. While [...]

Patient was educated on how to take Meropenem intravenous as follows: Meropenem is taken as an IV infusion. Make sure the medication is clear and free of any suspended particles, before use. Discard the vial at the notice of any suspended particles. Also, discard the vial, if contents are cloudy or discolored or if the vial is cracked. Evenly space out the IV doses of the antibiotic and take the dose at the scheduled time [...]