Anti-bacterial

Rx

VED

Velpenem  

Velpenem

Rx

VED

Active ingredient (INN)
meropenem
Composition (active ingredients)
meropenem trihydrate - 570,0 mg (in terms of meropenem - 500,0 mg)
Фармакотерапевтическая группа
carbapenem antibiotic
Pharmacotherapeutic group
powder for the preparation of a solution for iv administration of 500 mg №1
Сonditions of supply
on prescription
Indications

Indications

It is indicated for treatment in children (older than 3 months) and adults of the following infectious and inflammatory diseases caused by one or more pathogens sensitive to meropenem:
  • pneumonia, including nosocomial pneumonia;
  • urinary tract infections;
  • abdominal infections;
  • infectious and inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs, such as endometritis;
  • infections of the skin and its structures;
  • meningitis;
  • septicemia.
Dosage regimen

Dosage regimen

The dose and duration of therapy should be determined depending on the type and severity of the infection and the patient's condition.

Adults

500 mg intravenously every 8 hours in the treatment of pneumonia, urinary tract infections, gynecological infections such as endometritis, skin infections and skin structures; 1 g intravenously every 8 hours in the treatment of nosocomial pneumonia, peritonitis, suspected bacterial infection in patients with symptoms of neutropenia, as well as septicemia

Adults in the treatment of meningitis

the recommended dose is 2 g every 8 hours

Children from 3 months to 12 years old

the recommended dose for intravenous administration is 10-20 mg/kg every 8 hours, depending on the type and severity of the infection, the sensitivity of the pathogen and the condition of the patient

Children weighing more than 50 kg

use doses for adults

Contraindications

There are contraindications, consult with a specialist before use

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