Side effect(s) of Doripenem

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

Review the side-effects of Doripenem as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Central Nervous System - Headache.

  Heart - Vein inflammation.

  Gastrointestinal - Nausea, diarrhea.

  Blood - Anemia, low number of white blood cells, decreased platelet count in blood.

  Genitourinary - Kidney impairment, vaginal itching or discharge.

  Skin - Itching, rash, hives, toxic epidermal necrolysis.

  Infection - Oral candidiasis.

  Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.

  General - Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

  Lab Tests - Increased levels of hepatic enzymes.

  Hypersensitivity - Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage; prolonged use may result in Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD).

Drug Name : Doripenem

Doripenem(Doribax) generic is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the stomach (complicated intra-abdominal infections), bladder, or kidneys (pyelonephritis) and infections caused by designated susceptible bacteria.