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US brand names:Invanz
Ertapenem is dosed at 15–30 mg/kg IV q24h in dogs, per Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Binds PBPs inhibiting cell wall synthesis. Broad spectrum but lacks activity against Pseudomonas and Acinetobacter.
Seizure risk, especially in CNS disease or renal impairment. GI upset common. Adjust for renal function.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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