COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Invanz
GENERIC NAME(S): ERTAPENEM SODIUM
Description: Ertapenem is used to treat against gram positive and gram negative bacterial infection. It acts by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis thereby killing it.
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Invanz
GENERIC NAME(S): ERTAPENEM SODIUM
Description: Ertapenem is used to treat against gram positive and gram negative bacterial infection. It acts by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis thereby killing it.
Indications:
Ertapenem is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It can either treat or prevent infections in various situations, such as:
How to use ertapenem injection
Dosage: Usually given 1 gm once daily, length of dose depends on the condition of the patient.
Please see precautions section.
You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking ertapenem:
Some side effect that does not require medical attention:
Precautions
Kidney function declines as you grow older. This medication is removed by the kidneys. Therefore, elderly people may be at greater risk for side effects while using this drug.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication.
This medication passes into breast milk. Though there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Pregnancy Category Risk: B (No risk in pregnant women)
Interactions
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Notes
Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., complete blood count, kidney/liver function tests) may be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
Missed Dose
For the best possible benefit, it is important to receive each scheduled dose of this medication as directed. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Storage
Consult the package instructions or your pharmacist for other storage details. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Brands
Available Brands:
Invanz [ Merck Sharp & Dohme ]
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