Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition : Faropenem(300mg)
Duonem 300 ER 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.The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. These are usually mild and resolve on their own. However, if they bother you or persist for a longer duration of time, please consult your doctor.
Faropenem works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis which is essential for bacterial growth. Hence, it helps in killing the bacteria responsible for the infection.
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 Duonem
Rash
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.
Duonem 300 ER 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 Duonem 300 ER Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Duonem 300 ER Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
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.
FAROPENEM may have interaction with water pills (furosemide), antibiotics (imipenem + cilastatin sodium).
Do not chew, crush or break it. Duonem 300 ER 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 Duonem 300 ER 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.
Duonem 300 ER 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. Duonem 300 ER Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can the use of Duonem 300 ER Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Duonem 300 ER 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 Duonem 300 ER 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.
