Imiwok

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  • Manufactured by: Wockhardt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Imipenem (500 mg) + Cilastatin (500 mg)

Imiwok Information

Imiwok is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Imiwok have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Imiwok is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Imiwok can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Imiwok normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Imiwok's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Imiwok's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Imiwok related warnings section.

Imiwok can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Imiwok in conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Imiwok contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Imiwok with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Imiwok is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.


Imiwok Benefits & Uses

Imiwok is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Imiwok 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

Imiwok Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Imiwok safe for pregnant women?


    Imiwok may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Imiwok, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

  • Is the use of Imiwok safe during breastfeeding?


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

  • What is the effect of Imiwok on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Imiwok. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

  • What is the effect of Imiwok on the Liver?


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Imiwok. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

  • What is the effect of Imiwok on the Heart?


    Imiwok may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.


Severe Interaction of Imiwok with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Imiwok Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Imiwok

  • Is this Imiwok habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Imiwok is addictive.

Imiwok Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Imiwok


    When consumed with certain foods, Imiwok may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Imiwok


    Taking alcohol with Imiwok can be dangerous.


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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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