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Stepnem ER Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

FAROPENEM-300MG

Uses:

Stepnem ER Tablet is used in the treatment of Bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Stepnem ER Tablet are as follows: <br/>• Bacterial infections: Stepnem ER Tablet is generally prescribed for bacterial infections by inhibiting bacterial growth and killing bacteria, helping the body fight infections like pneumonia and urinary tract infections.<br/>• Respiratory infections: Stepnem ER Tablet helps to treat respiratory infections like pneumonia and bronchitis by targeting the causative bacteria.<br/>• Urinary tract infections (UTIs): Stepnem ER Tablet involved in managing UTIs by targeting and eliminating the bacteria causing the infection, relieving symptoms like burning sensation and frequent urination.<br/>• Skin and soft tissue infections: Stepnem ER Tablet helps in skin and soft tissue infections like cellulitis by killing the bacteria causing the infection, reducing swelling, redness, and pain.<br/>• Gynecological infections: Stepnem ER Tablet treats gynecological infections by targeting and eliminating the bacteria causing the infection, relieving symptoms, and promoting recovery.<br/>• Intra-abdominal infections: Stepnem ER Tablet relieves abdominal infections by killing the bacteria that cause them.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Stepnem ER Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Stepnem ER Tablet is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynaecological infections. Stepnem ER Tablet inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria.

FAQs

Stepnem ER Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynaecological infections. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival.

Yes, Stepnem ER Tablet may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens with severe stomach pain or if you notice blood in stools, please consult a doctor.

Yes, Stepnem ER Tablet may cause vitamin K and vitamin B deficiency in some patients, especially in older people and in patients with poor oral intake. It is not necessary for everyone taking Stepnem ER Tablet to experience this side effect. However, if you notice symptoms such as bleeding easily, loss of appetite, swelling of the tongue or stomatitis (swelling and sores in the mouth), please consult your doctor.

No, you are not recommended to take Stepnem ER Tablet with furosemide as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of kidney toxicity. However, please consult your doctor before taking Stepnem ER Tablet with other medicines.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Stepnem ER Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Stepnem ER Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Stepnem ER Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Stepnem ER Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.

Stepnem ER Tablet is a novel carbapenem antibiotic which has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity. It has rapid bactericidal activity.

Stepnem ER Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, and rash. Most of these side effects of Stepnem ER Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Stepnem ER Tablet contains Faropenem, an antibiotic that kills bacteria (bactericidal) by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival.

No, Stepnem ER Tablet is not a steroid. It is an antibiotic agent.

Yes, Stepnem ER Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.

Please consult the doctor if you do not get better even after using Stepnem ER Tablet for the prescribed duration.

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