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Imiren is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. The alternative uses of Imiren have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Imiren depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Imiren can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Imiren are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Imiren has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Imiren related warnings talks about Imiren's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Imiren is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Imiren contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Imiren have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Imiren is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Imiren is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Imiren safe for pregnant women?
Imiren can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Imiren, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Imiren safe during breastfeeding?
Imiren can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Imiren on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Imiren. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Imiren on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Imiren. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Imiren on the Heart?
Side effects of Imiren rarely affect the heart.
Imiren should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Imiren unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Imiren habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Imiren has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Imiren
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Imiren to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Imiren
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Imiren as it can have severe side effects.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Primaxin® (imipenem and cilastatin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 731
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 676-678
