Icupen 500mg - Drug Type: Injection

4

50 Unit/Units

10 Vial/Vials

ICUPEN 500 mg (Doripenem) is a prescription injectable antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections. The active ingredient is doripenem 500 mg, which belongs to the carbapenem class of antibiotics. What It IsDrug class: Carbapenem antibiotic (beta lactam).Form: Powder for injection given intravenously (into a vein) by a healthcare professional. What It s Used ForICUPEN 500 mg is used to treat severe bacterial infections, especially when caused by bacteria that are difficult to treat with common antibiotics, such as:Complicated intra abdominal infections (serious stomach/abdomen infections)Complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis (kidney infection)In some cases, severe infections of the lungs (pneumonia), blood (sepsis), or other body sites as prescribed by a doctor. How It WorksDoripenem kills bacteria by inhibiting the formation of their cell walls, which leads to bacterial death and helps clear the infection. How It s GivenOnly in a hospital or clinical setting under medical supervision.Typically given as a slow intravenous infusion (over 20 60 minutes).Dose and duration depend on the type and severity of the infection. Important PrecautionsDo NOT self administer must be given by trained staff.Tell your doctor if you have allergies to beta lactam antibiotics (like penicillins or cephalosporins).Inform your doctor if pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney/liver issues.This antibiotic should be used only when a bacterial infection is strongly suspected or confirmed to avoid resistance. Common Side EffectsMay include:HeadacheNauseaDiarrheaRashPain or inflammation at injection siteMost side effects are mild and temporary but talk to your doctor if they persist. Serious RisksCan trigger severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in susceptible people.May interact with valproic acid/anticonvulsants and reduce their effectiveness.Prolonged use may lead to Clostridioides difficile associated diarrhea, which can be serious. Key TakeawaysICUPEN 500 mg = Doripenem 500 mg injection a strong antibiotic for serious bacterial infections.Must be prescribed and administered by a doctor in a clinical setting.Not effective against viral infections (like cold, flu, COVID 19)

DORIPENEM

severe bacterial infections

Severe bacterial infections

ROOM TEMPRATURE

Keep at cool and dry place

Store below 25AdegC

7 Days

1 Days