DAYPENAM INJECTIONDescription
Meropenem Injection is a broad spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of conditions caused by bacteria such as infections of stomach, brain, and lungs. It should be used with caution in patients with central nervous system disorders.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 hour after intravenous infusion.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average of 3 to 4 hours.
- Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Limited data is available on the use of this medicine in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.
- Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine can be used by breastfeeding women. Small amount of this medicine is excreted in human breast milk. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea or thrush is necessary.
When not to use?
Allergy
Avoid if you have a known allergy to Daypenam Injection or any other carbapenem antibiotics and beta-lactam antibiotics
Uses of Daypenam Injection
What is it prescribed for?
- Bacterial Meningitis
Daypenam Injection is used in the treatment of Meningitis which is an inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Neisseria meningitidis.
- Skin and structure Infection
Daypenam Injection is used in the treatment of skin and structure infections like cellulitis, wound infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.
- Intra-abdominal Infection
Daypenam Injection is used in the treatment of intra-abdominal infections like caused by Escherichia coli and Klebsiella.
- Pneumonia
Daypenam Injection is used in the treatment of Pneumonia which is a common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.
Side-Effects
Major & minor side effects for Dyapenam Injection
- Swelling and redness at the injection site SEVERE
- Fever SEVERE
- Confusion SEVERE
- Fast heartbeat SEVERE
- Skin rash SEVERE
- Black or tarry stools SEVERE
- Decreased urine output SEVERE RARE
- Diarrhea SEVERE RARE
- Constipation
- Body pain
- Acid or sour stomach RARE
- White patches in the mouth or on the tongue RARE
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it’s already time for your next scheduled dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Warnings for special population
- Pregnancy
Limited data is available on the use of this medicine in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor.
- Breast-feeding
This medicine can be used by breastfeeding women. Small amount of this medicine is excreted in human breast milk. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea or thrush is necessary.
General warnings
- Allergy
Avoid if you have a known allergy to Daypenam Injection or any Carbapenem and Beta-lactam Antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins. Seek immediate medical attention if the patient experiences any allergic symptoms like rash, itching, nausea or vomiting, swelling of lips, hands, and feet.
- Drug-resistance
Usage of Daypenam Injection without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.
- Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea
Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea after receiving Daypenam Injection. As antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora in the large intestine which promotes the growth of bacteria called Clostridium difficile.
- Seizures
Daypenam Injection may cause seizures and other central nervous system disturbances. Use with caution in the patients with a history of seizures or any brain infections.
- Pediatric use
The safety and efficacy of Daypenam Injection is not established in children less than 3 months of age.
- Impaired kidney function
Use with caution the patients with the kidney injury. Dose adjustments are to be made if CrCl is less than 50 ml/min.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
DescriptionInteraction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
InstructionsInteraction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
- Live cholera vaccine SEVERE
- Amikacin SEVERE
- Tacrolimus SEVERE
- Gentamicin SEVERE
- Vancomycin MODERATE
- Ethinyl Estradiol MODERATE
Disease interactions
Neurological disorder severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of neurological disorders since it may worsen the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Kidney Disease severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disorders, particularly colitis, due to the increased risk of severe diarrhea. Report any incidence of severe and persistent diarrhea to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.