Can Meropenem be Combined with Ceftriaxone? Understanding the Rationale, Risks, and Alternatives
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Drug-induced neutropenia has been documented in patients who received a combination of ceftriaxone and meropenem, highlighting a potential adverse effect of this non-standard therapy. Clinicians must carefully evaluate if **meropenem can be combined with ceftriaxone** by weighing the limited potential benefits against significant risks, especially in cases where overlapping broad-spectrum activity offers no proven advantage.
