Doriglen Injection

How to use Doriglen Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Medicine Works

Doriglen Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Expert Advice

• Doriglen Injection is an antibiotic that"s usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
• It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes. In severe cases, it may be given slowly for 3 to 4 hours by intravenous infusion.
• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
• Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
• Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. For how long is Doriglen used?

Duration of treatment with Doriglen depends on the severity of your infection, which will be decided by your doctor.

Q. How long does Doriglen take to work?

Usually, Doriglen starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. Is Doriglen a strong antibiotic?

Yes, Doriglen is a strong antibiotic i.e broad spectrum antibiotic (antibiotics that can kill a wide variety of bacteria). It belongs to the category of antibiotics called carbepenam. It is used in the treatment of sever bacterial infections of skin, stomach, brain and lungs.