Omipenam: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Omipenam Benefits & Uses

Omipenam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meningitis
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Peritonitis
Cystic Fibrosis

Omipenam Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peritonitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Omipenam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Omipenam is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Diarrhoea
Rash
Urticaria
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Drowsiness
Vertigo

Common

Excessive sweating

Omipenam Related Warnings

Is the use of Omipenam safe for pregnant women?

Omipenam may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Omipenam, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Omipenam safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Omipenam. Immediately discontinue Omipenam if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Omipenam on the Kidneys?

Omipenam rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Omipenam on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Omipenam on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Omipenam on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Omipenam for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Omipenam with Other Drugs

Omipenam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Sodium Picosulfate

Moderate

Probenecid

Ganciclovir

Omipenam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omipenam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Omipenam

Is this Omipenam habit forming or addictive?

Omipenam is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Omipenam as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Omipenam only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Omipenam for mental disorders.

No

Omipenam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omipenam

You can take Omipenam with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omipenam

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Omipenam.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Omipenam

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Omipenam without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Omipenam is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Omipenam?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Omipenam should be taken 3 daily or as advised by your doctor. generally, meropenem injections are given in the hospital. Precautions must be taken in patients seizures, brain disease, or kidney disease

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Omipenam work?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Omipenam works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Omipenam used to treat UTI?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Omipenam 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I stop/discontinue Omipenam on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Discontinuing Omipenam 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.