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Meropenem and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with meropenem.

Moderate

Meropenem High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Moderate Potential Hazard, High plausibility

meropenem - sodium

Parenteral meropenem is formulated with sodium carbonate to adjust the pH of the reconstituted solution and contains 90.2 mg (3.92 mEq) of sodium per each gram of meropenem activity. The sodium content should be considered in patients with conditions that may require sodium restriction, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension, and fluid retention.

References

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Merrem (meropenem)." Astra-Zeneca Pharmaceuticals

Meropenem drug interactions

There are 37 drug interactions with meropenem.

Meropenem disease interactions

There are 5 disease interactions with meropenem which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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