Primaxin IM (Imipenem and Cilastatin) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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Pneumonia facts

Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by different types of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Symptoms of pneumonia include cough with sputum production, fever, and sharp chest pain on inspiration (breathing in).
Pneumonia is suspected when a doctor hears abnormal sounds in the chest, and the diagnosis is confirmed by a chest X-ray.
Bacteria causing pneumonia can be identified by sputum culture.
A pleural effusion is a fluid collection around the inflamed lung.
Bacterial and fungal (but not viral) pneumonia can be treated with antibiotics.

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Pneumonia is an infection of one or both lungs which is usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Prior to the discovery of antibiotics, one-third of all people who developed pneumonia subsequently died fro...

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Primaxin IM Drug Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Prescribing Information

For Patients

Primaxin IM (imipenem and cilastatin for injectable suspension) is used to treat severe infections of the lower respiratory tract, skin, stomach, female reproductive organs, and other body systems. Primaxin IM is a combination of imipenem, an antibiotic, and cilastatin, which helps imipenem work more effectively by preventing the breakdown of the antibiotic in the kidneys. This medication may be available in generic form. Common side effects include swelling, redness, pain, or soreness at the injection site. This medication may also infrequently cause upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

The dosage of Primaxin IM for any patient should be based on the location of and severity of the infection, the susceptibility of the infecting pathogen(s), and renal function. The duration of therapy depends upon the type and severity of the infection. Primaxin IM may interact with valproic acid, ganciclovir, probenecid, penicillin antibiotics, or cephalosporin antibiotics. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. During pregnancy, Primaxin IM should be used only when prescribed. This medication passes into breast milk. Though there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Our Primaxin IM (imipenem and cilastatin for injectable suspension) Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Primaxin IM Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Imipenem Structural Formula Illustration

PRIMAXIN I.M. is indicated for the treatment of serious infections (listed below) of mild to moderate severity for which intramuscular therapy is appropriate. PRIMAXIN I.M. is not intended for the therapy of severe or life-threatening infections, including bacterial sepsis or endocarditis, or in instances of major physiological impairments such as shock.

PRIMAXIN I.M. is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below:

Lower respiratory tract infections,...

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What is Primaxin IM Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Primaxin IM Patient Information: Side Effects

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

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

fast or pounding heartbeats;
diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
confusion, tremors, hallucinations, seizure (convulsions);
feeling light-headed, fainting;
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jau...

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What is Primaxin IM Patient Information?

Possible Side Effects - Images - What Is - How Should I Take It - What If I Miss a Dose - What Should I Avoid and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Primaxin IM Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a carbapenem-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a muscle or vein, usually every 6 to 8 hours or as directed by your doctor.

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