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Mapime is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Pneumonia. Mapime also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Mapime depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mapime can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Mapime normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Mapime has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mapime's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mapime can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mapime in conditions like Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mapime are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Mapime may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mapime is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Mapime is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Mapime safe for pregnant women?
Mapime is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Mapime safe during breastfeeding?
Mapime has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mapime on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Mapime on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Mapime on the Liver?
Mapime is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mapime on the Heart?
Mapime is not harmful for the heart.
Mapime should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mapime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mapime habit forming or addictive?
Mapime does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mapime as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Mapime is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mapime in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mapime
Taking Mapime with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mapime
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mapime with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 291-292
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 729
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Maxipime™ (Cefepime Hydrochloride)