appropriate Vabomere Generic Name: Meropenem and Vaborbactam (mer oh PEN em & va bor BAK tam) Brand Name: Vabomere Overview Side Effects Professional Interactions Pregnancy More User Reviews Support Group Q & A Uses of Vabomere: It is used to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI). What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Vabomere? If you have an allergy to Vabomere (meropenem and vaborbactam) or any part of this medicine. If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you are taking any of these drugs: Divalproex or valproic acid. If you are taking probenecid. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Vabomere. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. Slideshow 18 Herbal Supplements with Risky Drug Interactions What are some things I need to know or do while I take Vabomere? Tell all of your health care providers that you take Vabomere. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Very bad and sometimes deadly allergic side effects have rarely happened with drugs like this one. Talk with the doctor. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how this medicine affects you. Do not use longer than you have been told. A second infection may happen. If you are 65 or older, use Vabomere with care. You could have more side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Vabomere) best taken? Use Vabomere as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. It is given as an infusion into a vein over a period of time. What do I do if I miss a dose? Call your doctor to find out what to do. What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Seizures. Stiff muscles, shakiness, or muscle movements that are not normal. A burning, numbness, or tingling feeling that is not normal. Feeling confused. It is common to have diarrhea when taking this medicine. Rarely, a very bad form of diarrhea called Clostridium difficile (C diff) associated diarrhea (CDAD) may occur. Sometimes, this has led to a deadly bowel problem (colitis). CDAD may happen while you are taking Vabomere or within a few months after you stop taking it. Call your doctor right away if you have stomach pain or cramps, very loose or watery stools, or bloody stools. Do not try to treat loose stools without first checking with your doctor. What are some other side effects of Vabomere? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Headache. Irritation where this medicine is given. Loose stools (diarrhea). These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Vabomere? If you need to store Vabomere at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Vabomere (meropenem and vaborbactam) or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Vabomere. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Vabomere (meropenem / vaborbactam) Side Effects During Pregnancy Drug Interactions Support Group 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: carbapenems/beta-lactamase inhibitors Consumer resources Vabomere Professional resources Vabomere (AHFS Monograph) Vabomere Injection (FDA) Related treatment guides Urinary Tract Infection Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only Approval History Drug history at FDA Vabomere Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! Not Rated - Be the first! 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