Noun
ertapenem (uncountable)
A particular carbapenem antibiotic, structurally similar to meropenem.
Carbapenems are the treatment of choice for serious infections due to ESBL-producing organisms, yet carbapenem-resistant (primarily ertapenem resistant) isolates have recently been reported. Source: Internet
In desperation, once-daily ertapenem or gentamicin injections may also be used. Source: Internet