Meropenem

Highly effective against a wide range of bacteria, including those resistant to other antibiotics. Used for meningitis and intra-abdominal infections.

Dosage by Body Weight

Pediatric dose: 10 mg/kg to 40 mg/kg every 8 hours depending on the severity of infection.

Body Weight
10-20 kg
Dose
200 mg to 800 mg
Frequency
Every 8 hours
Tracking Notes
Administered via slow IV injection or infusion.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Meropenem, including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
10-20 kg	200 mg to 800 mg	Every 8 hours	Administered via slow IV injection or infusion.

Formulation

Injection

Purpose

Broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic for life-threatening hospital-acquired infections.

Generic Name

Meropenem

Branded Drug Names

Meropenem is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:

Merrem
Mero

Scheduled Drug

Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.

Alternatives

ImipenemErtapenem