What is Imipenem-Cilastatin?
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection is a medicine that is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Infections During Or After Delivery Management Of Fever, Patients With Reduced Immunity Due To Low White Blood Cells and other conditions.
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection contains Cilastatin, and Imipenem as active ingredients.
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection works by killing bacteria to inhibit the growth of bacterial cell wall; killing the bacterial cell wall formation;
Detailed information related to Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection Uses
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
· Bacterial Infections
· Infections During Or After Delivery Management Of Fever
· Patients With Reduced Immunity Due To Low White Blood Cells
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection Working, Mechanism of Action and Pharmacology
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection improves the patient’s condition by performing the following functions:
· Killing bacteria to inhibit the growth of bacterial cell wall.
· Killing the bacterial cell wall formation.
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection – Composition and Active Ingredients
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
· Cilastatin
· Imipenem
Please note that this medicine may be available in various strengths for each active ingredient listed above.
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection – Side-effects
The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection. This is not a comprehensive list. These side effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side effects, especially if they do not go away.
· Hearing Loss
· Tooth Or Tongue Discoloration
· Feeling Of Sickness
· Vomiting
· Allergic Reactions
· Taste Disturbance
Imipenem-Cilastatin Injection – Precautions & How to Use
Before using this drug, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
· Do not drive or operate heavy machinery
· Do not take any diarrhea medicine
· Pregnant or breastfeeding or planning to become pregnant
