ASTAPENEM 200 ER / ASTAPENEM 300 ER

Generic Name

Faropenem Sodium Extended Release Tablets

Available Strengths
ASTAPENEM 200 ER
ASTAPENEM 300 ER

Pack
10 x 1 x 6 Tablets

THERAPEUTIC CLASS

Oral Penem Antibiotic
Broad Spectrum Antibacterial

COMPOSITION

ASTAPENEM 200 ER
Each ER tablet contains:
Faropenem Sodium ER 200 mg

ASTAPENEM 300 ER
Each ER tablet contains:
Faropenem Sodium ER 300 mg

MECHANISM OF ACTION

Faropenem inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), resulting in:
Rapid bactericidal activity
Broad spectrum coverage
Stability against many beta-lactamases

KEY PRODUCT ADVANTAGES
ASTAPENEM ER Advantages
✅ Broad spectrum antibacterial coverage
✅ Effective against resistant respiratory pathogens
✅ Excellent oral bioavailability
✅ Convenient ER dosing improves compliance
✅ Strong tissue penetration
✅ Lower GI intolerance compared to many antibiotics

*INDICATIONS*

Common Clinical Uses
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (URTI)
Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI)
Acute Exacerbation of COPD
Tonsillitis / Pharyngitis
Sinusitis
Skin & Soft Tissue Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

POSITIONING STRATEGY

ASTAPENEM 200 ER
Position For:
Moderate respiratory infections
Recurrent throat infection
Resistant URTI cases

ASTAPENEM 300 ER

Position For:
Severe respiratory infections
COPD exacerbation
High-risk infective conditions
Resistant mixed infections

FAB Technique
*Feature*
Faropenem ER formulation
*Advantage*
Sustained antibacterial concentration
*Benefit*
Better infection control with convenient dosing compliance