Dorific 500mg Injection

Doripenem (500mg)

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Dorific 500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood, and brain (e.g., meningitis). It works by killing the bacteria that cause these infections.

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA,
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)

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Doripenem (500mg)

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Gufic Bioscience Ltd

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Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Dorific 500mg 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 healthcare professional. 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 headache, nausea, diarrhea, and rash. These side effects are usually temporary and go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist.

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.

Uses of Dorific Powder for Injection

Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Dorific Powder for Injection

Severe bacterial infections
Dorific 500mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is a versatile medicine used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), abdomen, urinary tract, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine is usually given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.

Dorific 500mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Dorific Powder for Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dorific

Headache
Nausea
Rash
Diarrhea
Inflammation of vein

How to use Dorific Powder for Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Dorific Powder for Injection works

Dorific 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Quick tips

Dorific 500mg Injection is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes. In severe cases, it may be given slowly for 3 to 4 hours by intravenous infusion.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Dorific 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dorific 500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dorific 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Dorific 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Dorific 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dorific 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dorific 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dorific 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dorific 500mg Injection used for?

Dorific 500mg Injection is used to fight bacterial infections and prevent bacteria from growing. It acts by interfering with the bacterial protein synthesis which helps to treat the infection. Dorific 500mg Injection is also helpful in the treatment of bacterial infections of the bladder, kidney and other parts of the urinary tract.

Is Dorific 500mg Injection available over-the-counter?

No, Dorific 500mg Injection, just like other antibiotics, requires a valid prescription by a doctor to buy it. Therefore, it is advisable to take Dorific 500mg Injection only if prescribed by a doctor.

How is Dorific 500mg Injection administered?

Dorific 500mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Dorific 500mg Injection.

Does Dorific 500mg Injection cure flu?

No, antibiotics such as Dorific 500mg Injection will not work for flu or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed may increase your risk of getting infection later, that resists antibiotic treatment. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

What happens if I take too much of Dorific 500mg Injection?

If you have mistakenly taken too much of Dorific 500mg Injection, you may experience symptoms such as stomach ache, nausea and vomiting. You should consult your doctor immediately or rush to the emergency room in any nearby hospital if you have taken an overdose of Dorific 500mg Injection.

Should I avoid some medicines while taking Dorific 500mg Injection?

Yes. There are some medicines that may reduce the effect of Dorific 500mg Injection, interact with Dorific 500mg Injection or cause serious side-effects when given at the same time. These medicines include Sodium Valproate, Ethinyl Estradiol and Live cholera vaccine. So, always inform and check with your doctor before taking Dorific 500mg Injection with other medications.

How to store Dorific 500mg Injection?

Dorific 500mg Injection should be stored at around the room temperature (not more than 25°C) away from heat and sunlight. Do not freeze it and always keep it out of the reach and sight of the children.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbapenem derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cell wall active agent -Carbapenems

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 427.
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Name: Gufic Bioscience Ltd
Address: 37,1st Floor, Kamala Bhavan II, Swami Nityanand Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400 069. (INDIA)

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Dorific 500mg Injection

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Dorific Powder for Injection

Benefits of Dorific Powder for Injection

Side effects of Dorific Powder for Injection

How to use Dorific Powder for Injection

How Dorific Powder for Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Dorific 500mg Injection used for?

Is Dorific 500mg Injection available over-the-counter?

How is Dorific 500mg Injection administered?

Does Dorific 500mg Injection cure flu?

What happens if I take too much of Dorific 500mg Injection?

Should I avoid some medicines while taking Dorific 500mg Injection?

How to store Dorific 500mg Injection?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

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Complete Blood Count

References

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