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ertapenem sodium (MK0826)

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Ertapenem sodium is a carbapenem antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis.

Ertapenem sodium is a carbapenem antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis. Used for Complicated skin and skin structure infections, Complicated intra-abdominal infections, Community-acquired pneumonia.

At a glance

Generic nameertapenem sodium (MK0826)
Also known asMK0826
SponsorMerck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Drug classcarbapenem antibiotic
Targetpenicillin-binding proteins (PBPs)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Diseases
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

It does this by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located inside the bacterial cell wall, resulting in the disruption of the cell wall synthesis and ultimately leading to bacterial cell death.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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