Antibiotic Medicine

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Invanz (ertapenem for injection) is a type of antibiotic used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, pelvis, and urinary tract. Invanz is also used to prevent infection in people having certain types of surgery.

Ertapenem is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

How often is iv Invanz given?Adults and adolescents (13 to 17 years of age): The dose of INVANZ is 1 gram (g) given once a day by the intravenous route (see section 6.6). Infants and children (3 months to 12 years of age): The dose of INVANZ is 15 mg/kg given twice daily (not to exceed 1 g/day) by the intravenous route (see section 6.6).