Dorilon 500mg Injection 1.0 Injection in 1 vial

Last Updated: October 7th, 2025

Dorilon 500mg Injection is a product of Zovilon Healthcare Private Limited

Composition: Doripenem (500mg)

Pack of 1 injection

₹ 4405.31

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All Details About Dorilon 500mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Dorilon 500mg Injection

Description:

Dorilon 500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood, and brain (e.g., meningitis). It works by killing the bacteria that cause these infections.

Dorilon 500mg Injection is commonly used to treat seriously ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a healthcare professional. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep on taking the injection for as long as you have been prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like headache, nausea, diarrhea, and rash. These side effects are usually temporary and go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist.

Earlier starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, liver, or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, you may be advised blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.

Uses:

Severe bacterial infections

Directions For Use:

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

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Dorilon

Headache
Nausea
Rash
Diarrhea
Inflammation of vein

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Dorilon 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dorilon 500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dorilon 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Dorilon 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Dorilon 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dorilon 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dorilon 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dorilon 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is Dorilon 500mg Injection used for?

Dorilon 500mg Injection is used to fight bacterial infections and prevent bacteria from growing. It acts by interfering with the bacterial protein synthesis which helps to treat the infection. Dorilon 500mg Injection is also helpful in the treatment of bacterial infections of the bladder, kidney and other parts of the urinary tract.

Is Dorilon 500mg Injection available over-the-counter?

No, Dorilon 500mg Injection, just like other antibiotics, requires a valid prescription by a doctor to buy it. Therefore, it is advisable to take Dorilon 500mg Injection only if prescribed by a doctor.

How is Dorilon 500mg Injection administered?

Dorilon 500mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Dorilon 500mg Injection.

Does Dorilon 500mg Injection cure flu?

No, antibiotics such as Dorilon 500mg Injection will not work for flu or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed may increase your risk of getting infection later, that resists antibiotic treatment. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

What happens if I take too much of Dorilon 500mg Injection?

If you have mistakenly taken too much of Dorilon 500mg Injection, you may experience symptoms such as stomach ache, nausea and vomiting. You should consult your doctor immediately or rush to the emergency room in any nearby hospital if you have taken an overdose of Dorilon 500mg Injection.

Should I avoid some medicines while taking Dorilon 500mg Injection?

Affirmative. There are some medicines that may reduce the effect of Dorilon 500mg Injection, interact with Dorilon 500mg Injection or cause serious side-effects when given at the same time. These medicines include Sodium Valproate, Ethinyl Estradiol and Live cholera vaccine. So, always inform and check with your doctor before taking Dorilon 500mg Injection with other medications.

How to store Dorilon 500mg Injection?

Dorilon 500mg Injection should be stored at around the room temperature (not more than 25°C) away from heat and sunlight. Do not freeze it and always keep it out of the reach and sight of the children.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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