Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Chapman University School of Pharmacy

Meropenem

Oral Bioavailability

NA

Approximate Cost

Spectrum Of Activity

General Spectrum of Activity

Spectrum Of Activity

General Spectrum of Activity

Antibiogram Data

Dosing

Adult

1-2g IV q8h

Renal

Renal adjustments required when CrCL < 50 mL/min

General Information

Acceptable Uses

Brand Name

Merrem

Adverse Effects

Adverse Effects
  • GI upset

Rare

  • Seizures

Major Interactions

Major Interactions

Significantly decreases valproic acid levels

Pharmacology

Pharmacology

Pharmacology: Inhibits cell wall synthesis

Antimicrobial class: Beta-lactam

  • Carbapenem

Pregnancy category: B

Average serum half life: 1 hour

Route of Elimination: Renal