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Kitpenem is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Meningioma. Kitpenem also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Kitpenem. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Kitpenem also has some side effects, the most common being Excessive sweating. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kitpenem can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Kitpenem 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.
Kitpenem's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Kitpenem related warnings talks about Kitpenem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Kitpenem since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Kitpenem are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Kitpenem have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Kitpenem, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Kitpenem 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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Is the use of Kitpenem safe for pregnant women?
Kitpenem can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Kitpenem right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Kitpenem safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Kitpenem. If you see any side effects, stop taking Kitpenem immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Kitpenem again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kitpenem on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Kitpenem on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Kitpenem on the Liver?
Kitpenem is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Kitpenem on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Kitpenem for the heart.
Kitpenem 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 Kitpenem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kitpenem habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Kitpenem is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Kitpenem. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kitpenem only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Kitpenem is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kitpenem
Taking Kitpenem with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kitpenem
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Kitpenem and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Kitpenem 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.
Kitpenem does not help in preventing cold, because the common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can be used in the treatment of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. You are recommended to consult your doctor for the best possible medicines to treat the common cold.
Yes, [Medicine[ can cause fever. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience high fever after taking this drug, then you are highly recommended to consult a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Ideally, Kitpenem 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
No, you can not buy Kitpenem 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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Merrem® IV (meropenem)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731