Therapeutic effectiveness of a generic versus original meropenem in serious infections

• Main Authors: Somboon Tansuphasawadikul, Songchai Simaroj, Somchai Chantarothorn, Nontakan Nuntachit, Kamonwan Jutivorakool, Warangkana Munsakul, Kanittha Yomtem, Thitirat Tangkosakul, Suppaleark Wannasunthornchai
• Format: Journal
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: Medicine
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?partnerID=HzOxMe3b&scp=79952322164&origin=inward; http://cmuir.cmu.ac.th/jspui/handle/6653943832/50277
• Institution: Chiang Mai University

Background: Meropenem plays a significant role in the current antimicrobial treatment of serious infections. Recently, generic meropenems have become widely available in Thailand. Objective: Compare the effectiveness and safety of a generic meropenem (Mapenem®) with the original meropenem (Meronem®)...