Meropenem

Category: pharmacological

Aliases: Merrem

Pharmacological Mechanism

Carbapenem β-lactam — very broad spectrum (gram-positive, gram-negative including Pseudomonas + ESBL producers, anaerobes). Reserved for severe infections + ESBL-producing organisms. Lower seizure risk than imipenem.

Half-Life (t½)

IV: 1h

Dosing Guidelines

• IV: Typical 1000mg (Range: 500 - 2000 mg)

Target Organ Systems

• nervous