Arginam 1000 Injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is arginam 1000 injection used for?
Arginam 1000 Injection contains Meropenem, a carbapenem antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections such as meningitis, pneumonia, and sepsis. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. It is administered intravenously by a healthcare professional.
- Generic Name: Meropenem
- Manufacturer: MRG Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ arginam 1000 injection Uses & Benefits
Complicated intra-abdominal infections, complicated skin and skin structure infections, bacterial meningitis, pneumonia, septicemia.
Off-label uses: Febrile neutropenia, Empiric therapy in critically ill patients
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Meropenem |
| Brand Name | Acupenem 1000mg Injection |
| Manufacturer | MRG Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cell wall active agent -Carbapenems |
| Route of Administration | Intravenous |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to cell lysis.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take arginam 1000 injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of arginam 1000 injection
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Injection site reactions
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Seizures
- Clostridioides difficile colitis
- Anaphylaxis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Agranulocytosis
- Interstitial nephritis
- Pseudomembranous colitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Probenecid | Moderate | Increased meropenem levels |
| Valproic Acid | Major | Decreased valproic acid levels, risk of seizures |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Altered anticoagulation effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Probenecid
- Valproic acid
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
None known.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to meropenem or other carbapenems, anaphylactic reactions to beta-lactams.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, hepatic function, CBC, signs of hypersensitivity.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Limited data; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may enhance elimination.
โฐ Missed Dose
Administer as soon as possible; do not double dose.
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.