What is Invanz: Uses, Warnings & Interactions
Invanz overview
BRAND NAMES:
INVanz, Ertapenem Novaplus
Generic Names:
Ertapenem Sodium
Uses:
Treats infections. Also helps prevent infections after colon and rectum surgery.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antibiotic
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Invanz used for?
Invanz is a carbapenem-type antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is used to prevent a number of bacterial infections in the skin, lungs, stomach, pelvis, and urinary tract. Invanz may also be used to prevent infection in patients undergoing certain types of surgery.
What form(s) does Invanz come in
Injectable
What are common Invanz doses?
Solution Reconstituted 1GM
Common Invanz prescriptions
INVanz
1gm solution reconstituted
How to take Invanz
Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given as a shot into a muscle or a vein.
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given as a shot into a muscle or a vein.
What to do if you miss a dose of Invanz
Invanz contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to ertapenem or similar medicines, or to a local anesthetic medicine (such as lidocaine).
Invanz warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, are on dialysis, or have a history of seizures, head injury, or brain tumor. Tell your doctor about any allergic reactions you had to an antibiotic medicine.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Serious allergic reactionsSeizures
Invanz interactions
This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Serious allergic reactionsSeizures
Some medicines can affect how ertapenem works. Tell your doctor if you are also using any of the following: DivalproexProbenecid Valproic acid
Invanz side effects
Serious Side Effects
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Seizures
Severe diarrhea that may be bloody, stomach cramps, fever
Less Serious Side Effects
Redness, pain, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Headache
Mild diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting
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