Recarbrio

Recarbrio is a combination medicine that treats complicated infections of the urinary tract (bladder and kidneys) or infections in the stomach area (abdomen).

Recarbrio is also used to treat pneumonia (a lung infection) that is caused by being in a hospital or using a ventilator.

Recarbrio is for adults who have limited or no other treatment options.

Recarbrio may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Diarrhea may be a sign of a new infection. Call your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it.

You should not use Recarbrio if you are allergic to imipenem, cilastatin, or relebactam.

Inform your doctor if you have ever experienced:

• a seizure;
• a stroke; or
• an allergic reaction to penicillin or other antibiotic medicines.

Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Recarbrio may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor right away if you have:

• tremors;
• a seizure; or
• severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody (even if it happens months after your last dose).

Common side effects of Recarbrio may include:

• increased blood pressure;
• nausea, diarrhea, vomiting;
• abnormal liver function tests;
• fever;
• headache; or
• pain, bruising, swelling, or irritation at the injection site.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

This medicine is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

You should receive this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication.

Recarbrio will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.

If you receive Recarbrio in a clinical setting, you are not likely to miss a dose.

Call your doctor for instructions if your infusions are given at home and you miss a dose.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhea medicine.

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

• divalproex sodium;
• ganciclovir; or
• valproic acid.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Recarbrio, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.