Common Nausea, Allergic reaction, Vomiting, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Piprapen Injection
Make sure you complete the course even if you start to feel better.  It is better to take with food to avoid an upset stomach. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Discontinue Piprapen and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Q. Is piperacillin related to penicillin?
Yes, piperacillin is a semi-synthetic, extended spectrum penicillin

Q. Is piperacillin compatible with morphine?
Piperacillin is not reported to interact with morphine. Please follow the advice of the doctor regarding their simultaneous use

Q. What is Piprapen tazobactam?
Piprapen and tazobactam are used as combination therapy for bacterial infections. Tazobactam reduces the destruction of Piprapen from chemicals released from bacteria and extends their spectrum of activity

Q. What organisms does Piprapen cover?
Piprapen is mainly effective against enterococcus, listeria, and serious gram-negative infections. It does not act against methicillin-resistant staphylococci

Q. Is Piprapen nephrotoxic?
Piprapen may be nephrotoxic when taken along with vancomycin or when given to children with cancer or other impairments. Consult and inform your doctor about any medical problems you may have before taking Piprapen

Q. Is Piprapen safe?
Piprapen is relatively safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.