Dornem 500mg Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Dornem 500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood, and brain (e.g., meningitis). It works by killing the bacteria that cause these infections.
Dornem 500mg Injection is used to treat bacterial (germ) infections that affect various parts of the body normally leading to painful swelling and redness of the affected part causing varied problems
Dornem 500mg Injection is used to treat bacterial (germ) infections that affect various parts of the body normally leading to painful swelling and redness of the affected part causing varied problems
Uses of Dornem Injection
- Severe bacterial infections
Benefits of Dornem Injection
In Severe bacterial infections
Dornem 500mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is a versatile medicine used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), abdomen, urinary tract, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine is usually given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.
Dornem 500mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Dornem 500mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Dornem Injection
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 Dornem
- Headache
- Nausea
- Rash
- Diarrhea
- Inflammation of vein
How to use Dornem Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Dornem 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dornem 500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dornem 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Dornem 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Dornem 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dornem 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dornem 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dornem 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Dornem 500mg Injection
₹2990.0/Injection
Doriglen Injection
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹4437.5/injection
48% costlier
Midonem 500mg Injection
Micro Labs Ltd
₹2042.87/injection
32% cheaper
Doritrum 500mg Injection
Neon Laboratories Ltd
₹2658/injection
11% cheaper
Icupen 500mg Injection
Abbott L
₹4300/injection
44% costlier
Doriblast 500mg Injection
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹2750/injection
8% cheaper
Quick tips
- Dornem 500mg Injection is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
- It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes. In severe cases, it may be given slowly for 3 to 4 hours by intravenous infusion.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Carbapenem derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cell wall active agent -Carbapenems
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Dornem 500mg Injection used for?
Dornem 500mg Injection is used to fight bacterial infections and prevent bacteria from growing. It acts by interfering with the bacterial protein synthesis which helps to treat the infection. Dornem 500mg Injection is also helpful in the treatment of bacterial infections of the bladder, kidney and other parts of the urinary tract.
Is Dornem 500mg Injection available over-the-counter?
No, Dornem 500mg Injection, just like other antibiotics, requires a valid prescription by a doctor to buy it. Therefore, it is advisable to take Dornem 500mg Injection only if prescribed by a doctor.
How is Dornem 500mg Injection administered?
Dornem 500mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Dornem 500mg Injection.
Does Dornem 500mg Injection cure flu?
No, antibiotics such as Dornem 500mg Injection will not work for flu or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed may increase your risk of getting infection later, that resists antibiotic treatment. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
What happens if I take too much of Dornem 500mg Injection?
If you have mistakenly taken too much of Dornem 500mg Injection, you may experience symptoms such as stomach ache, nausea and vomiting. You should consult your doctor immediately or rush to the emergency room in any nearby hospital if you have taken an overdose of Dornem 500mg Injection.
Should I avoid some medicines while taking Dornem 500mg Injection?
Yes. There are some medicines that may reduce the effect of Dornem 500mg Injection, interact with Dornem 500mg Injection or cause serious side-effects when given at the same time. These medicines include Sodium Valproate, Ethinyl Estradiol and Live cholera vaccine. So, always inform and check with your doctor before taking Dornem 500mg Injection with other medications.
How to store Dornem 500mg Injection?
Dornem 500mg Injection should be stored at around the room temperature (not more than 25°C) away from heat and sunlight. Do not freeze it and always keep it out of the reach and sight of the children.
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 427.
- Drugs.com. Doripenem. [Accessed 15 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Doripenem. Japan: Shionogi & Co. Ltd.; 2007. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Apkavit Lifesciences
Address: SCO-10, 1st Floor, Fatehpur, Sector-20, Panchkula,Haryana-134116
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
MRP
₹2990
Inclusive of all taxes
1.0 Injection in 1 vial
SOLD OUT
Notify me