Orpenem ER Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynecological infections. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Orpenem ER Tablet 10's 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.

Take Orpenem ER Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, and rash. Most of these side effects of Orpenem ER Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Orpenem ER Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Orpenem ER Tablet 10's. If you have kidney problems, a family history of atopy (tendency to develop allergic reactions), glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency, or galactose intolerance, inform your doctor before taking Orpenem ER Tablet 10's. Orpenem ER Tablet 10's may cause vitamin K or vitamin B deficiency in some patients, especially in older people and in patients with poor oral intake. However, consult your doctor if you notice symptoms such as bleeding easily, loss of appetite, swelling of the tongue, or stomatitis (swelling and sores in the mouth).

• Take Orpenem ER Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by your doctor. • It is advised to take Orpenem ER Tablet 10's twice daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration. • Swallow Orpenem ER Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, chew or break it.

Orpenem ER Tablet 10's 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. Orpenem ER Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, ears, nose, and gynaecological infections. Orpenem ER Tablet 10's inhibits the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thus, it kills bacteria.

Regular monitoring of kidney and liver functioning is recommended while taking Orpenem ER Tablet 10's. If you are a breastfeeding or pregnant woman, please consult a doctor before taking Orpenem ER Tablet 10's. If you notice blood in stools or have severe stomach pain with diarrhoea, contact your doctor immediately. Orpenem ER Tablet 10's may cause vitamin K or vitamin B deficiency in some patients especially in elderly people and in patients with poor oral intake. However, consult your doctor if you notice symptoms such as bleeding easily, loss of appetite, swelling of the tongue, or stomatitis (swelling and sores in the mouth). If you have kidney problems, family history of atopy (tendency to develop allergic reactions), glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency, or galactose intolerance, inform your doctor before taking Orpenem ER Tablet 10's.