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Doribax Side Effects

Generic name: doripenem

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 26, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Doribax Side Effects associated with doripenem. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Doribax.

Applies to doripenem: intravenous powder for injection.

Important warnings This medicine can cause some serious health issues

You should not receive this medicine if you are allergic to doripenem, ertapenem (Invanz), imipenem (Primaxin), or meropenem (Merrem).

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

Common side effects may include:

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to doripenem: intravenous powder for injection.

General adverse events

In 5 clinical trials, 1338 adult patients received this drug. The most common side effects were anemia, headache, nausea, diarrhea, rash, elevated hepatic enzymes, and phlebitis. During clinical studies, this drug was discontinued due to side effects in 4.1% of patients.[Ref]

Nervous system

Gastrointestinal

Hypersensitivity

Serious and sometimes fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported with beta-lactams.[Ref]

Hematologic

Cardiovascular

Hepatic

Elevated hepatic enzymes also included ALT or AST at or below the upper limit of normal (ULN) at baseline increasing to greater than 5 times ULN at end of therapy.[Ref]

Dermatologic

The incidence of rash was higher in patients receiving doses greater than the approved dose compared to those receiving the approved dose. The rash resolved within 10 days after this drug was stopped.

Serious skin reactions have been reported with beta-lactams.[Ref]

Genitourinary

Respiratory

Pneumonitis has been reported when this drug was administered via inhalation.[Ref]

Renal

Metabolic

Other

Psychiatric

References

1. EMEA. European Medicines Agency (2007) EPARs. European Union Public Assessment Reports. http://www.ema.europa.eu/ema/index.jsp?curl=pages/includes/medicines/medicines_landingpage.jsp&mid

2. (2007) "Product Information. Doribax (doripenem)." Ortho McNeil Pharmaceutical

3. (2008) "Doripenem (Doribax)--a new parenteral carbapenem." Med Lett Drugs Ther, 50, p. 5-7

4. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

5. Chastre J, Wunderink R, Prokocimer P, Lee M, Kaniga K, Friedland I (2008) "Efficacy and safety of intravenous infusion of doripenem versus imipenem in ventilator-associated pneumonia: a multicenter, randomized study." Crit Care Med, 36, p. 1089-96

6. (2008) "Doripenem (doribax)--a new parenteral carbapenem." Obstet Gynecol, 111, p. 1206-7

7. Cerner Multum, Inc (2015) "Malaysia product information."

Further information

Doribax side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.