Ratapenem 1gm Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the carbapenem group that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood and brain (eg. meningitis). It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. Ratapenem 1gm Injection is commonly used to treat seriously ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep on taking the injection for as long as you have been prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen. Some people may develop side effects like diarrhea, nausea, headache, infused vein complication. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away. Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, liver, or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, you may be advised blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Infusion site inflammation

If you miss a dose of Ratapenem 1gm Injection, please consult your doctor.

Chemical Class::Carbapenem derivative|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class::Cell wall active agent -Carbapenems

• Q. Q. What if I cannot tolerate Ratapenem 1gm Injection??
  Ans: It is common to have minor side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headache but generally these settle down. If these symptoms trouble you, contact your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine to help you get rid of these symptoms. Serious side effects occur in very rare cases. But, if you experience any serious complication, seek immediate medical advice.
• Q. Q. What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Ratapenem 1gm Injection??
  Ans: Drug resistance is a condition in which the bacteria gets modified in your body and stops reacting to the medicine. Because of this, the medicine stops working. Resistance to Ratapenem 1gm Injection is not very common at least for the bacteria against which it works.
• Q. Q. Does Ratapenem 1gm Injection have any effect on blood sugar levels if taken to treat infections of diabetic foot??
  Ans: Rare reports suggest that Ratapenem 1gm Injection may decrease the blood sugar levels, but this medicine does not affect the blood sugar levels in everyone. However, it is important to keep monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly. Consult your doctor if you experience any sudden dip in blood sugar levels.
• Q. Q. Is Ratapenem 1gm Injection safe to be used in children??
  Ans: Safety of Ratapenem 1gm Injection in children less than 3 months of age has not yet been assessed. However, the side effects and effectivity of Ratapenem 1gm Injection in children beyond the age of 3 months is almost similar when compared with adults.
• Q. Q. I feel better now. Can I stop taking Ratapenem 1gm Injection??
  Ans: No. Make sure to receive all doses your doctor has prescribed, even if you feel better. This is because your symptoms may have improved but chances are that the infection is still present in your body. Skipping doses can increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. So, continue taking Ratapenem 1gm Injection as prescribed. After you have finished all the doses, your doctor may advise you on some tests to make sure your infection has completely cleared up.

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