ZIVATOR 1 GM INJ

Overview

ZIVATOR 1 GM INJ is a Schedule H1 drug.

ZIVATOR 1 GM INJ is composed of: ERTAPENEM (1.0 GM)

Ertapenem is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.Ertapenem is used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, pelvis, and urinary tract. It is also used to prevent infection in people having certain types of surgeryErtapenem is used in serious bacterial infections and prevention of infection after surgery of the colon or rectum. It is used in infections of various body parts like skin and soft tissues, urinary tract, blood, brain and lungs (pneumonia).Ertapenem is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human body.

Usage

ERTAPENEM is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Deep Skin Infection, Urinary Tract Infection, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Pneumonia
ERTAPENEM can address symptoms like: Pelvis Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

How Do I Take It?

ZIVATOR 1 GM INJ is generally taken After Food.

Precautions

• Do not start ertapenem, if you are allergic to ertapenem, or to any of the other ingredients in ertapenem tablets, or other antibiotics such as penicillins, cephalosporins or carbapenems.
• Do not take ertapenem, if you have developed diarrhea just before or after taking ertapenem. Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with following history of disease conditions: kidney disease (especially if you are receiving dialysis treatments), localized tremors, or fits; high blood pressure or other diseases.
• Avoid using ertapenem, if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breast-feeding.You should not inject ertapenem into a muscle if you are allergic to a numbing medicine such as lidocaine or Novocain.
• Long-term or repeated use of this medication may cause a second infection.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ERTAPENEM over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

ERTAPENEM : Vaginal Discharge, Indigestion, Heartburn, Skin Irritation, Pounding Heart (pulse), Irregular Heartbeat, Legs Swelling, Eyes Blurred Vision, Body Pain, Nasal Congestion, Dizziness, Throat Soreness, Difficulty Breathing, Heartburn, Legs Pain, Nervousness, Runny Nose, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Mouth Soreness, Difficulty Sleeping

Serious Side-Effects

ERTAPENEM : Pain, Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Agitation, Drowsiness, Chest Pain, Confusion, Head Headache, Depressed Mood, Body Discoloration

Rare Side-Effects

ERTAPENEM : Febrile Convulsions, Bladder Control, Loss Of, Fainting, Increased Thirst, Fever, Nausea, Vomit, Wheezing, Weight Loss (unintentional), Fatigue (tiredness), Eyes Swelling

Food Interactions

The sodium content should be considered in patients with conditions that may require sodium restriction, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension, and fluid retention.

Disease Interactions

ERTAPENEM can interfere with: Colitis, Acute Renal Failure, Congestive Heart Disease, Hypernatremia, Hypertension

Technical Classification

ERTAPENEM is categorized as: CARBAPENEMS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALERTA 1 GM INJ	INR 2554.46 for 5 ML INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
ERTALYM 1GM INJ	INR 2400 for 1 INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
ERTAMAC 1GM INJ	INR 2400 for 1 INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
ERTANEON 1000MG INJ	INR 2310 for 1 INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1000.0 MG
ERTAPENEM		ERTAPENEM
ERTEM 1000MG INJ	INR 2416.63 for 1 INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1000.0 MG
FORSTAL 1GM INJ	INR 2394 for 1 INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
GERTA 1GM INJ	INR 2462 for 1 ML INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
INVANZ 1 GM INJ	INR 2616 for 20 ML INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
LYORTAM 1GM INJ	INR 2400 for 1 ML INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
ZIVATOR 1 GM INJ	INR 2138.91 for 1 INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1.0 GM
ZIVATOR 1GM INJ	INR 2138.91 for 1 INJECTION	ERTAPENEM 1 GM