Doribax Side Effects

Serious Side Effects of Doribax

seizures (convulsions)
paleness of the skin and extreme fatigue and dizziness
becoming more susceptible to bruising and irregular bleeding
bowel problems including persistent diarrhea or diarrhea that has water or blood in it
strong stomach cramps or abdominal pain
difficulty breathing
a new infection
fever (temperature of 100°F or higher), chills, soreness of the throat, persistent and severe headache accompanied by skin problems such as peeling, blistering or a rash
serious allergic reaction: hives, redness or itching of the skin, a skin rash, inflammation of the tongue, throat, mouth, lips or face

Common Side Effects of Doribax

headache
inflammation or tenderness at the site of the injection
nauseousness or upset stomach
diarrhea
itchiness or reddening of the skin
yeast infection with symptoms including itching of the vagina and vaginal discharge
sores inside the mouth which form as white patches (oral thrush)

Warnings & Recalls for Doribax

Doribax and Pregnancy

Doribax has been categorized as a U.S. Food and Drug Administration pregnancy Category B drug. The FDA does not expect Doribax to be a threat to the fetus if taken by a woman who is pregnant. It is unknown whether or not this medication may pass through breast-milk. Before receiving Doribax, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

General Warnings

Do not take Doribax if you have an allergy to doripenem or similar medications. Notify your doctor know about your medical history and if you have:

any allergies, especially to any other antibiotics especially penecillin antibiotics
kidney disease
any seizure-causing disorder such as epilepsy

Patients should know that Doribax may increase the risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea.

Doribax Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor about all medicines you are currently using. Doribax may be dangerous when taken along with other drugs which may interact with the medicine such as valproic acid or probenecid.

Doribax Treatment and Use

Doribax | doripenem is a carbapenem antibiotic medication marketed by Janssen-Cilag International for treating or preventing various bacterial infections. Doribax may be effective as a treatment for:

pyelonephritis (an infection of the bladder or or kidneys)
stomach infections
urinary tract infections
complex abdominal infections

Doribax is not approved to treat pneumonia (a lung infection) and does not treat viral infections.

How Does Doribax Work?

Doribax works by decreasing the ability of proteins to bind, a process necessary for bacteria to survive in the body. This prevents proper formation of the cells and kills bacteria.

Doribax Dosage Information

Doribax is administered as an injection into the vein. Doribax comes in doses of 250 mL and 500 mL vials. Treatment is generally given between 5 days and 14 days. Doribax comes in powder form to be combined with a liquid before injection. Doribax may be administered by a doctor or nurse in a clinic setting or self-injected at home. Follow all labeled instructions if you have been asked to self-administer the medication at home.

Do not use Doribax in any other way than your doctor has prescribed for your case.

Other Names for Doribax

Brand name:

Doribax

Generic name:

doripenem