Imipenem Injection: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Imipenem Injection
| Generic name | Imipenem and Cilastatin |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Carbapenem antibiotic (with dehydropeptidase inhibitor) |
| Forms | Powder for injection (to be mixed with liquid for intravenous or intramuscular use) |
Imipenem and cilastatin injection is a combination antibiotic medicine used to treat certain serious bacterial infections. Imipenem is a carbapenem antibiotic that kills bacteria, and cilastatin helps imipenem stay active in the body longer.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.