Synonyms: ICI 194,660 | Merrem® | SM-7338
meropenem is an approved drug (FDA (1996), EMA (2018))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Meropenem is a parenterally delivered, broad-spectrum carbapenem antibacterial. It is active against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, and is effective against aerobic and anaerobic pathogens including Klebsiella, E. coli, Enterococcus, Clostridium spp.
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References |
1. Li C, Du X, Kuti JL, Nicolau DP. (2007)
Clinical pharmacodynamics of meropenem in patients with lower respiratory tract infections. Antimicrob Agents Chemother, 51 (5): 1725-30. [PMID:17307978] |