Meropenem
Meropenem (mer oh PEN em) is a generic medication that’s given for certain infections caused by bacteria. The brand-name version of this drug is Merrem. The drug is given by injection into your vein by a doctor or under the direct supervision of a doctor in a hospital.
Meropenem (mer oh PEN em) is a generic medication that’s given for certain infections caused by bacteria. The brand-name version of this drug is Merrem. The drug is given by injection into your vein by a doctor or under the direct supervision of a doctor in a hospital.
- Generic
- • Solution Reconstituted
- • 10 of 1gm
- • 1 Vial
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Sarah Lewis, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Melissa Badowski, PharmD, MPH, FCCP
Updated on January 17, 2024
Meropenem (mer oh PEN em) is a generic medication that’s given for certain infections caused by bacteria. The brand-name version of this drug is Merrem. The drug is given by injection into your vein by a doctor or under the direct supervision of a doctor in a hospital.
The cost of meropenem with or without insurance can depend on several factors.
Read on to learn about meropenem and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescriptions. If you’d like more information about meropenem, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Cost
Cost of meropenem
Like other medications, the cost of meropenem can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:
- your insurance plan, if you have coverage
- whether meropenem is covered by your medical insurance
- the cost of your hospital stay
To find out how much meropenem costs, ask your doctor or insurance provider.
Coupons
Coupons for meropenem
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But coupons aren’t available for medications like meropenem that are only given by a healthcare professional.
Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with insurance copays or benefits.
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Insurance and other considerations
Insurance and other considerations for meropenem
The cost of meropenem typically is billed through your medical insurance rather than a drug benefits plan. This is because a doctor or another healthcare professional gives doses of meropenem in a hospital. The cost of your doses will depend on your medical insurance coverage.
If you have questions about this, ask your doctor. Or contact your insurance company and talk with a representative.
If you don’t have a health insurance plan, let your doctor know. You can ask them about ways to obtain health insurance coverage.
Generics vs. brand-names
Generics vs. brand-names
Meropenem is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Merrem.
A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. An active ingredient is what makes medication work. Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re believed to be as safe and effective as the brand-name version.
To learn how the cost of meropenem compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor. You could also contact your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions about meropenem and cost
Here are some common questions and answers about meropenem.
How does the cost of meropenem compare with the cost of daptomycin?
It depends. The cost of meropenem and daptomycin will depend on your medical insurance, if you have it. The government sets hospital payment rates for Medicare and Medicaid. Private medical insurances negotiate these payment rates. The payment rate will be specific to the diagnosis and procedures you have in the hospital. Medications like meropenem and daptomycin are included in this payment rate.
You can learn more about how the cost of meropenem and daptomycin compare by contacting your insurance provider.
Why are costs different for brand-name drugs vs. generic drugs?
Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the studies needed to test how safe and effective they are.
Makers of a brand-name drug can sell their drug for up to 20 years without anyone else making their drug. When the patent for a brand-name drug expires, other drugmakers can make and sell generic versions. A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. An active ingredient is what makes medication work.
This competition may help keep the costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active ingredients as brand-name medications, which have already been tested. So they don’t require the same testing, which can be costly.
If you’d like to know more about the cost differences between brand-name and generic drugs, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
What to ask
What to ask about meropenem
This article provides cost information related to meropenem. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescriptions.
If you have more questions about paying for this medication, ask your doctor. You can also contact your insurance company.
Here’s a list of questions you may want to ask regarding the cost of your medication:
- How many doses of meropenem will I likely need?
- How is the cost of meropenem billed?
- What are my options if I can’t afford my medical bills?
Resources
Resources
- Food and Drug Administration. (2024). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
- Meropenem — meropenem injection. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/e1122310-c3ed-42f1-b189-301c221ff1f0/spl-doc
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