Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Invanz
(ertapenem)
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
Treatment Treatment of the following infections when caused by bacteria known or very likely to be susceptible to ertapenem and when parenteral therapy is required: intra-abdominal infections; community-acquired pneumonia; acute gynaecological infections; diabetic foot infections of the skin and soft tissue. Prevention Invanz is indicated in adults for the prophylaxis of surgical site infection following elective colorectal surgery. Consideration should be given to official guidance on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.
Common Brand Names for this Composition
The following popular commercial brand names contain ertapenem as their active ingredient composition:
Invanz 1gm Injection
MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Invanz
Merck Sharp & Dohme B.V.
Ertapenem SUN
SUN Pharmaceutical Industries (Europe) B.V.
Ertapenem Hospira
Hospira UK Limited
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
ertapenem
Category
Antibacterials for systemic use
Manufacturer
Merck Sharp & Dohme B.V.
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