Meropenem & sulbactam for injection 2gm is a high-strength combination antibiotic built for the most stubborn hospital infections, pairing 1000 mg of meropenem with a full 1000 mg of sulbactam. Torso Healthcare manufactures and supplies it as a sterile powder for injection for third-party and PCD partners who want a dependable, higher-dose generic under their own brand.

What is meropenem & sulbactam for injection 2gm?

Meropenem & sulbactam for injection 2gm is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic that pairs 1000 mg of meropenem with 1000 mg of sulbactam in a single vial, given by drip or slow injection to treat severe, drug-resistant bacterial infections. Meropenem is a carbapenem, one of the last-line antibiotics kept for infections that lighter drugs cannot clear. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that shields meropenem from the enzymes resistant bacteria use to break it down, and it brings its own activity against Acinetobacter, a common driver of tough infections in intensive care.

Because this 2 gm version carries a full gram of sulbactam, it delivers stronger enzyme blocking than the standard 1.5 gm pack, which counts against ESBL producers, Pseudomonas, and other multidrug-resistant strains. Like most meropenem and sulbactam products, it is largely an Indian-market formulation, which is why nearly all listings for it come from India rather than global drug references.

2 gm vs 1.5 gm: Which Strength to Choose

The difference is the sulbactam dose. The 1.5 gm pair contains 1000 mg of meropenem with 500 mg of sulbactam, while the 2 gm pair contains 1000 mg of meropenem with a full 1000 mg of sulbactam. That larger sulbactam load gives the 2 gm stronger cover against resistant strains, so it suits tougher cases, while the 1.5 gm handles standard severe infections.

For a lighter enzyme load and the more common presentations, buyers stock the meropenem sulbactam 1.5 gm injection. For resistant, high-risk cases, the 2 gm pack hands clinicians extra sulbactam without touching the meropenem dose, so the antibiotic gets a better run at bacteria that would otherwise break it down.

How It Works

Meropenem works on the bacterial cell wall. It binds the penicillin-binding proteins that bacteria rely on to keep their outer shell intact; the shell gives way, and the cell dies. Its reach is wide, covering gram-positive, gram-negative, and anaerobic bacteria, which is why it sits near the top of the hospital antibiotic ladder.

Many resistant bacteria defend themselves with beta-lactamase enzymes that break the antibiotic before it can act. Sulbactam blocks those enzymes. At 1000 mg, the sulbactam in this 2 gm pack holds off a heavier enzyme attack than the 1.5 gm version manages, and it adds direct pressure on Acinetobacter. The result is steadier bacterial killing in the resistant, mixed infections that fill critical care wards.

Meropenem and Sulbactam Injection Uses

Doctors reach for this combination when an infection is serious enough to need a carbapenem sent straight into a vein. Common uses include:

Pneumonia, including hospital-acquired and ventilator-associated infections

• Complicated urinary tract infections
• Complicated intra-abdominal infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Bloodstream infections and sepsis
• Bacterial meningitis
• Fever in patients with weakened immunity (febrile neutropenia)

Here is where the 2 gm strength earns its place. Picture an ICU patient with a bloodstream infection from an ESBL-producing organism that has already shrugged off first-line antibiotics, with cultures flagging heavy beta-lactamase activity. Rather than the standard pack, the team steps up to the 2 gm combination, because the full gram of sulbactam gives the meropenem a better chance of reaching the bacteria before the enzymes destroy it. That extra enzyme cover is the whole reason the higher strength exists.

Meropenem and Sulbactam for Injection Side Effects

Most patients handle this injection well. When effects do appear, the usual ones are mild:

• Nausea, vomiting, or loose stools
• Headache
• Redness, swelling, or pain at the injection site
• Skin rash or itching

Two issues deserve closer attention, and both are easy to miss on a basic listing. Carbapenems can lower the seizure threshold, and meropenem in particular drops blood levels of valproic acid sharply, so a patient on that anti-seizure drug can seize if the two run together. Broad antibiotics like this one can also set off severe Clostridioides difficile diarrhea, which needs proper medical review rather than an ordinary anti-diarrhea remedy. A treating doctor watches for both and checks kidney, liver, and blood counts during longer courses.

Meropenem & Sulbactam for Injection 2gm Price

The 2 gm pack sits above the 1.5 gm on price, mostly because of the extra sulbactam. As an indicative guide, the MRP for a 2 gm vial in India runs roughly Rs 1,650 to Rs 2,400 across common brands, with widely listed labels such as Mymero XP priced near Rs 1,874. Those are retail figures.

For distributors and PCD partners ordering in volume, the supply price and PTS drop well below MRP, which is where the working margin sits. Torso Healthcare shares live per-unit and slab pricing on request, so you quote from real numbers rather than a shelf price.

Meropenem Sulbactam 2gm Brands

The 2 gm strength sells under its own set of labels, often carrying an XP or similar suffix that marks the higher-dose version, names such as Mymero XP, Merobactum S, and Merodel SB. Partner with Torso Healthcare for third-party manufacturing or a PCD franchise, and you put the same 2 gm product on the market under your own brand, pack, and artwork, instead of paying a premium for an existing label.

We also have our own brand name, which is TOROMER S. For a growing pharma business, control over branding is usually what protects the margin. That control over branding is often what decides the margin for a growing pharma business.

Meropenem & Sulbactam For Injection 2gm Manufacturer in India

Torso Healthcare is a WHO GMP and ISO certified meropenem injection manufacturer and third-party supplier of injectables in India, with production units in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. We build the full carbapenem range under one roof, from plain meropenem 500 mg injection and meropenem 1 g injection to the meropenem and tazobactam injection, alongside both the 1.5 gm and 2 gm meropenem sulbactam packs.

Partners get consistent batch quality, complete documentation including COA, custom pack sizes, and steady delivery across a wide network. Our PCD pharma franchise and contract injection manufacturing services let you add this higher-strength antibiotic to your catalog, whether you run a hospital supply business, a distribution firm, or a new pharma venture. Contact Torso Healthcare for Meropenem & sulbactam for injection 2gm pricing and pack options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is meropenem and sulbactam 2gm injection used for?

It treats serious bacterial infections of the lungs, urinary tract, abdomen, skin, and bloodstream, along with meningitis and fever in patients with low immunity. The 2 gm strength is aimed at resistant, high-risk cases where a heavier dose of sulbactam helps the antibiotic get past bacterial defenses.

What is the difference between the 1.5 gm and 2 gm meropenem sulbactam?

Both contain 1000 mg of meropenem. The 1.5 gm pack adds 500 mg of sulbactam, while the 2 gm pack adds a full 1000 mg. The extra sulbactam in the 2 gm gives stronger protection against beta-lactamase enzymes, so it is chosen for tougher ESBL, Acinetobacter, and Pseudomonas infections.

Why does the 2 gm version have more sulbactam?

Sulbactam blocks the enzymes that resistant bacteria use to destroy meropenem. Doubling it to 1000 mg raises that protection, which matters when an infection carries a heavy load of those enzymes.

Is meropenem and sulbactam injection available without a prescription?

No. It is a Schedule H prescription medicine and must be given by or under the supervision of a qualified doctor in a hospital setting.

Can I sell meropenem and sulbactam 2gm injection under my own brand?

Yes. Torso Healthcare offers third-party manufacturing and PCD franchise options, so you market the 2 gm pack under your own brand name and packaging with full supporting documentation.

To source Meropenem & sulbactam for injection 2gm for your brand or franchise, contact Torso Healthcare for current pricing, pack options, and full product details.

The drug information on this page reflects standard prescribing references for meropenem and sulbactam.

Disclaimer: This page is meant for pharmaceutical businesses and healthcare professionals as reference information only. It is not medical advice. Meropenem and sulbactam injection is a prescription medicine and should be used only under the guidance of a qualified doctor.