Ertapenem
Invanz (ertapenem) is a broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic used to treat a variety of serious bacterial infections. It is administered by injection and is effective against many different types of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. This medication is typically used in hospital settings for patients with moderate to severe infections.
Invanz is an injectable broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections in hospital settings.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 352721
- Generic
- Invanz
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treats complicated urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, community-acquired pneumonia, and acute pelvic infections. May also be used for other serious bacterial infections as determined by a healthcare provider.
Invanz is a carbapenem antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, ultimately killing the bacteria. It has a broad spectrum of activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
This medication is administered by a healthcare professional as an IV or intramuscular injection. Patients should inform their doctor of any penicillin or beta-lactam allergies before use. Common side effects may include diarrhea, nausea, headache, and injection site reactions. Complete the full course of treatment as prescribed.
Official drug label
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