Medications associated with Meningitis
Ingredients whose current FDA labeling lists an association with meningitis, extracted from manufacturer submissions via NIH DailyMed.
Label-linked ingredients
Amikacin
Amikacin Sulfate Injection is indicated in the short-term treatment of serious infections due to susceptible s...
Amphotericin B
Amphotericin B liposome for injection is indicated for the following: Empirical therapy for presumed fungal in...
Ceftazidime Anhydrous
Tazicef (ceftazidime for injection) is indicated for the treatment of patients with infections caused by susce...
Cefuroxime
Cefuroxime for Injection, USP is indicated for the treatment of patients with infections caused by susceptible...
Chloramphenicol
In accord with the concepts in the Warning Box and this INDICATIONS AND USAGE section, chloramphenicol must be...
Fluconazole
Fluconazole in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is indicated for the treatment of: Oropharyngeal and esophageal ...
Flucytosine
Flucytosine Capsules, USP are indicated only in the treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible stra...
Gentamicin
To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Gentamicin Sulfate in 0...
Ketoconazole
Ketoconazole tablets are not indicated for treatment of onychomycosis, cutaneous dermatophyte infections, or C...
Meropenem Anhydrous
1.1 Bacterial Meningitis (Pediatric Patients 3 Months of Age and Older Only) Meropenem for Injection is indica...
Penicillin G
Therapy: Penicillin G Potassium for Injection, USP is indicated in the treatment of serious infections caused ...
Penicillin V
Penicillin V potassium tablets and penicillin V potassium for oral solution are indicated in the treatment of ...
Pentobarbital
Parenteral: Sedatives. Hypnotics, for the short-term treatment of insomnia, since they appear to lose their ef...
Sulfadiazine
Sulfadiazine Tablets are indicated in the following conditions: Chancroid Trachoma Inclusion conjunctivitis No...
Tobramycin
Tobramycin is indicated for the treatment of serious bacterial infections caused by susceptible strains of the...
Lab tests that investigate meningitis
C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
Measures inflammation in the body....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What medications are used for meningitis?
The medications listed above are associated with meningitis in current FDA-approved labeling as reported by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. Only a qualified prescriber can determine appropriate treatment.
Do these medications cure meningitis?
This site does not provide treatment advice. The list reflects labeled associations, not recommendations. Discuss options, risks, and benefits with your healthcare provider.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content only. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.