FDA drug class
Penem Antibacterials list
Every FDA-approved prescription drug the FDA NDC directory tags with the Penem Antibacterial [EPC] class, with brand names and DEA schedules.
Source: FDA NDC Directory file dated 2026-10-22. Publisher page
The FDA NDC directory lists 2 single-ingredient drugs in this class: ertapenem, meropenem. Another 3 combination products include one of them.
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Penem Antibacterials (5)
| Drug | Brand names | Type | NDC listings | DEA schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ertapenem | Invanz | Single ingredient | 21 | Not controlled |
| Meropenem | None listed | Single ingredient | 49 | Not controlled |
| Imipenem and cilastatin | Primaxin | Combination | 8 | Not controlled |
| Imipenem, cilastatin and relebactam | Recarbrio | Combination | 1 | Not controlled |
| Meropenem and vaborbactam | Vabomere | Combination | 1 | Not controlled |
FDA established pharmacologic class: Penem Antibacterial [EPC].
Questions
What drugs are Penem Antibacterials?
The FDA NDC directory lists 2 single-ingredient drugs in this class: ertapenem, meropenem. Another 3 combination products include one of them.
Where does this list come from?
From the established pharmacologic class (EPC) field FDA publishes for each listing in the NDC directory. A drug is listed when most of its prescription listings carry the class.