Imituf Injection

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Imituf Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 728
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 728
196 people have bought this recently

Imituf Information

Imituf, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Imituf have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Imituf depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Imituf side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Imituf go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Imituf is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Imituf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Imituf can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Imituf in conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease. The section on Imituf contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Imituf have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Imituf is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Imituf Benefits & Uses

Imituf is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Imituf Dosage & How to Take

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)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 4 weeks
  • Special Instructions: strength 500 mg imipenem and 500 mg cilastatin
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 4 weeks
  • Special Instructions: strength 500 mg imipenem and 500 mg cilastatin
Adult
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 4 weeks
  • Special Instructions: strength 500 mg imipenem and 500 mg cilastatin
Geriatric
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 4 weeks
  • Special Instructions: strength 500 mg imipenem and 500 mg cilastatin
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 4 weeks
  • Special Instructions: strength 500 mg imipenem and 500 mg cilastatin
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 4 weeks
  • Special Instructions: strength 500 mg imipenem and 500 mg cilastatin

Imituf Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Imituf safe for pregnant women?


    Imituf can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Imituf right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

  • Is the use of Imituf safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Imituf. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

  • What is the effect of Imituf on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Imituf. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

  • What is the effect of Imituf on the Liver?


    Imituf may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

  • What is the effect of Imituf on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Imituf on the heart have been reported.



Severe Interaction of Imituf with Other Drugs

Imituf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Imituf Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Imituf unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Imituf

  • Is this Imituf habit forming or addictive?


    Imituf is not addictive in nature.

Imituf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Imituf


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Imituf to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Imituf


    Consuming Imituf with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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



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