Penam
Penam Products are primarily used for
Severe bacterial infections
About Penam Products
Uses of Penam Products
Doripenem is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. It is used in infections of various body parts like skin and soft tissues, urinary tract, blood and lungs (pneumonia).
Penam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Penam are Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Diarrhea, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness).
How Penam Products work
Doripenem is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Patient Concerns about Penam Products
Frequently asked questions about Penam Products
Frequently asked questions about Doripenem
Q. What is Penam 500 Injection used for?
Penam 500 Injection is used to fight bacterial infections and prevent bacteria from growing. It acts by interfering with the bacterial protein synthesis which helps to treat the infection. Penam 500 Injection is also helpful in the treatment of bacterial infections of the bladder, kidney and other parts of the urinary tract.
Q. Is Penam 500 Injection available over-the-counter?
No, Penam 500 Injection, just like other antibiotics, requires a valid prescription by a doctor to buy it. Therefore, it is advisable to take Penam 500 Injection only if prescribed by a doctor.
Q. How is Penam 500 Injection administered?
Penam 500 Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Penam 500 Injection.
Q. Does Penam 500 Injection cure flu?
No, antibiotics such as Penam 500 Injection will not work for flu or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed may increase your risk of getting infection later, that resists antibiotic treatment. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. What happens if I take too much of Penam 500 Injection?
If you have mistakenly taken too much of Penam 500 Injection, you may experience symptoms such as stomach ache, nausea and vomiting. You should consult your doctor immediately or rush to the emergency room in any nearby hospital if you have taken an overdose of Penam 500 Injection.
Q. Should I avoid some medicines while taking Penam 500 Injection?
Yes. There are some medicines that may reduce the effect of Penam 500 Injection, interact with Penam 500 Injection or cause serious side-effects when given at the same time. These medicines include Sodium Valproate, Ethinyl Estradiol and Live cholera vaccine. So, always inform and check with your doctor before taking Penam 500 Injection with other medications.
Q. How to store Penam 500 Injection?
Penam 500 Injection should be stored at around the room temperature (not more than 25°C) away from heat and sunlight. Do not freeze it and always keep it out of the reach and sight of the children.