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Acupenem 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Skin Infections, Meningioma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Acupenem 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Acupenem 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Acupenem 500 Injection are Excessive sweating. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acupenem 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Acupenem 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acupenem 500 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Acupenem 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acupenem 500 Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Acupenem 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Acupenem 500 Injection contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Acupenem 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acupenem 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Acupenem 500 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acupenem 500 Injection is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Acupenem 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Acupenem may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Acupenem again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Acupenem 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Acupenem. If you see any side effects, stop taking Acupenem immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Acupenem again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Acupenem 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Acupenem rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acupenem 500 Injection on the Liver?
Acupenem is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Acupenem 500 Injection on the Heart?
Acupenem is not harmful for the heart.
Acupenem 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acupenem 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acupenem 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Acupenem 500 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Acupenem 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Acupenem 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Acupenem 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Acupenem 500 Injection
You can take Acupenem 500 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acupenem 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Acupenem 500 Injection.
No, you can not buy Acupenem over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Discontinuing Acupenem in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing problem and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Acupenem can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection or the severity of infection is very high.
Yes, you can use Acupenem to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming medicine for pneumonia.
Acupenem is a brand name for Meropenem and available in injection form. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called carbapenem antibiotics. Acupenem is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, lung and bronchial infections, meningitis, skin and abdominal (stomach area) infections.
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