Manufacturer: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Faropenem(200mg)
Strip of 6 Tablet
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Alpenam O 200mg Tablet is the only medicine of its class that can be taken orally (by mouth). It may be taken with or without food. The dose and duration of treatment depend upon the severity of the infection and how you respond to the medicine. Take it at the same time each day and finish the complete course, even if you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early then the infection may return or worsen. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or if you have any problems related to your kidneys or liver. Let your doctor know about all other medicines you may be taking, as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
ALPENAM O 200MG contains Faropenem which belongs to a group of medicines called carbapenem beta-lactam antibiotics. It kills the bacteria by inhibiting the formation of outer coating of bacteria (bacterial cell wall). As a result, that the bacterial cell wall is weakened and ruptures and thereby killing the bacteria.
Faropenem is a β-lactam in the penem subclass that is being developed as an oral prodrug, faropenem medoxomil, for the treatment of respiratory tract infections. Faropenem was shown to have in vitro activity against B. anthracis strains that variably express the bla1 β-lactamase (MIC range, ≤0.06 to 1 μg/ml).
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alpenam O
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Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Faropenem is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the components of this product or to other drugs in the same class, or in patients who have demonstrated anaphylactic reactions to beta-lactams.
Alpenam O 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Consuming alcohol with Alpenam O 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Alpenam O 200mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Faropenem is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It treats infections of respiratory and urinary tract. Faropenem is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Concomitant use of Imipenem and Cilastatin sodium along with Faronem 200 tablet should be avoided. When it is used along with Sodium Valproate to treat fits/epilepsy, it can cause reoccurrence of fits or epilepsy.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Alpenam O 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Alpenam O 200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Alpenam O 200mg Tablet helps treat severe bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infection, skin infections and gynaecological infections.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alpenam O 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can the use of Alpenam O 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Alpenam O 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Alpenam O 200mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
