From the Research
Relationship between Balanitis and Invanz (Ertapenem)
- There is no direct evidence in the provided studies that establishes a relationship between balanitis and Invanz (Ertapenem) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
- Balanitis is defined as inflammation of the glans penis, often involving the prepuce (balanoposthitis), and is commonly caused by infection with various microorganisms, including Candida albicans, Staphylococcus spp., and Streptococci 1, 3.
- Invanz (Ertapenem) is a carbapenem antibacterial with a broad spectrum of activity against many Gram-negative and Gram-positive aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, but its use is not specifically mentioned in the context of balanitis treatment 2, 4, 5.
- The studies on Invanz (Ertapenem) discuss its efficacy in treating various infections, including complicated intra-abdominal infections, skin and skin structure infections, community-acquired pneumonia, and urinary tract infections, but do not mention its use in treating balanitis 2, 4, 5.