No Rating Yet No Reviews | Post your opinion

Imipenem/cilastatin images:

Overview	Photos	How To Use	Side Effects	Precautions	Missed Dose	Drug Interactions

Imipenem/cilastatin Primaxin IV, Primaxin IM Uses Treats infections caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics. Storage Store the liquid medicine in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Take it out of the refrigerator an hour before the time for your next dose and let it warm to room temperature in a clean, dry place. Store the dry powder and bottles at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. How To Use APPEARANCE: Injectable. Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. An intramuscular (in-tra-MUS-kyoo-ler) or IM injection is a shot given in the muscle of your thigh or buttocks. An intravenous (in-tra-VEEN-us) or IV injection is given through a tube put in one of your veins, usually in your arm, wrist, hand, or sometimes in your chest. A nurse or other caregiver trained to give injections will give your treatment. Sometimes you, a family member, or friend can be taught to give your medicine at home. If you have your treatments at home, you should be given a special container for the used needles. Keep it where children or pets cannot reach it. Use a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine. Side Effects Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Fast or irregular heartbeat Seizures Severe diarrhea (watery or bloody) Skin rash, hives, or itching Swelling in the face, throat, or lips Swelling, pain, or redness near where your IV needle is placed Urinating less than one cup in a day Wheezing or trouble breathing Precautions You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to imipenem, cilastatin, or medicine that causes numbing such as lidocaine. Missed Dose This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor for instructions. Drug Interactions Make sure your doctor knows if you have ever had an allergic reaction, especially to any other antibiotics such as penicillin or cephalosporin (Keflex®, Ceclor®). If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine. Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney disease or a seizure disorder. If this medicine gives you diarrhea, talk to your doctor before taking medicine to stop the diarrhea. If your infection does not get better or if it gets worse while you are using this medicine, tell your doctor.

		Add a Rating - Post your opinion about this drug Post your opinion about Imipenem/cilastatin Ratings Legend 5 Stars = Excellent      4 Stars = Good      3 Stars = Average      2 Stars = Fair      1 Star   = Poor * Required Fieldpoorexcellent *Satisfaction Low adverse Reactions Healing Power No dependency problems Cost-Benefit *Why were you taking Imipenem/cilastatin ? Briefly describe any side effects you experienced: Additional Comments about Imipenem/cilastatin : *Your gender:  male    female   *Your age:    Location : *Length of time taking drug? Days Weeks Months Years Times (use "comments" for other time length) Email (optional):   Posting rules Please no foul language English only No commercial advertising No SPAM. No pyramid schemes of any kind Read before you post. No ALL CAPS, they are considered impolite If you don't follow the above rules, your post will be probably deleted.

CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.