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Orpenem 300 Tablet ER is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER include Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER have been listed ahead. These side effects of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Orpenem 300 Tablet ER has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Orpenem 300 Tablet ER related warnings talks about Orpenem 300 Tablet ER's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Orpenem 300 Tablet ER contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Orpenem 300 Tablet ER is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Orpenem 300 Tablet ER 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
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Is the use of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER safe for pregnant women?
Orpenem can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Orpenem right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER safe during breastfeeding?
Orpenem may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Orpenem, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Orpenem.
What is the effect of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Orpenem on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER on the Liver?
Using Orpenem does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Orpenem for the heart.
Orpenem 300 Tablet ER should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orpenem 300 Tablet ER unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orpenem 300 Tablet ER habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Orpenem 300 Tablet ER has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Orpenem 300 Tablet ER. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Orpenem 300 Tablet ER should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Orpenem 300 Tablet ER for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Orpenem 300 Tablet ER
Taking Orpenem 300 Tablet ER with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orpenem 300 Tablet ER
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Orpenem 300 Tablet ER with alcohol will be.
Yes, Orpenem can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. Please consult your doctor for the best treatment and diagnosis for cough.
Yes, Orpenem 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.
Orpenem can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Ideally, Orpenem should be taken 3 times daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to penicillin and kidney problem.
No, you can not buy Orpenem 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731