Invanz Injection 1 g Sterile Powder for Injection

Invanz Injection 1 g Sterile Powder for Injection

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 18 July 2022

API: Ertapenem Sodium | Company: Msd

Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Treatment of moderate to severe infections caused by susceptible bacteria.

Dosage (summary)

1 g once daily for adults; 15 mg/kg twice daily for children (max 1 g/day).

Special Populations

  • Renal impairment
  • Elderly

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding not established.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Valproic acid
  • Divalproex sodium

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to beta-lactams
  • Bacterial meningitis
  • Severe shock
  • Heart block

Common side effects

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Infused vein complication

Counselling Points

  • Report any allergic reactions immediately
  • Monitor for signs of colitis
  • Maintain anticonvulsant therapy if applicable

Serious warnings

  • Serious hypersensitivity reactions
  • Seizures in predisposed patients
  • Pseudomembranous colitis

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