Red Paper
Contact: +91-9711224068
  • Printed Journal
  • Indexed Journal
  • Refereed Journal
  • Peer Reviewed Journal
International Journal of Pharmacology and Clinical Research
Peer Reviewed Journal

Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part D (2025)

Meropenem and metronidazole-induced neuropsychiatric and gastrointestinal adverse effects in an elderly patient with diabetic foot infection: A case report

Author(s):

RS Atchayavarshini, Dr. Deepak Kumar T, B Deepasree, GR Hari Priya, Fathima Juhaina M Abdul Khader and G Georglin Heavenlia

Abstract:

A 78-year-old male with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) and Systemic Hypertension (SHTN) presented with bilateral diabetic foot ulcers, sepsis, and left foot gas gangrene. He was treated with intravenous meropenem and metronidazole, later followed by cefoperazone-sulbactam. During treatment, he developed tremors, insomnia, anorexia, and dry mouth. Serial laboratory monitoring showed resolution of leukocytosis and persistent anemia. The adverse effects were suspected to be related to prolonged antibiotic therapy. This case highlights the importance of monitoring for drug-induced toxicities, especially in the geriatric population.

Pages: 308-309  |  268 Views  81 Downloads


International Journal of Pharmacology and Clinical Research
How to cite this article:
RS Atchayavarshini, Dr. Deepak Kumar T, B Deepasree, GR Hari Priya, Fathima Juhaina M Abdul Khader and G Georglin Heavenlia. Meropenem and metronidazole-induced neuropsychiatric and gastrointestinal adverse effects in an elderly patient with diabetic foot infection: A case report. Int. J. Pharmacol. Clin. Res. 2025;7(2):308-309. DOI: 10.33545/26647613.2025.v7.i2d.124
Call for book chapter