Louipenem Information
Louipenem is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Louipenem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Louipenem Benefits & Uses
Louipenem is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Louipenem Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Louipenem Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Louipenem is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Diarrhoea
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Drowsiness
- Vertigo
Common
- Excessive sweating
Louipenem Related Warnings
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Is the use of Louipenem safe for pregnant women?
Louipenem can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Louipenem, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Louipenem safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Louipenem. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Louipenem on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Louipenem on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Louipenem on the Liver?
Louipenem is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Louipenem on the Heart?
Louipenem is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Louipenem with Other Drugs
Louipenem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Louipenem Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Louipenem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Heart Failure
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Louipenem
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Is this Louipenem habit forming or addictive?
Louipenem does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Louipenem. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Louipenem is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Louipenem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Louipenem Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Louipenem
Taking Louipenem with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Louipenem
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Louipenem.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Merrem® IV (meropenem)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731
