Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial

Description

Overview

Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial contains a combination of Cilastatin and Imipenem, both of which belong to a group of chemicals known as antibiotics and works tirelessly in the body to eliminate gram-negative bacteria and their toxins, that causes intra-abdominal infections, joint infections, sepsis, and urinary tract infections. Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is administered by trained medical professionals, as Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is found in solution form to be administered intramuscularly or intravenously.

How Does Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial Work

Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial belongs to a widespread chemical group known as antibiotics. Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial works by preventing the growth/multiplication of bacteria in the human body thus eradicating the infection.

Dosing and Indications

Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial can be used to treat: 

• Upper respiratory tract infections 
• Intra-Abdominal infections 
• Genito-Urinary infections 
• Gynaecological infections 
• Bone and joint infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections 
• Septicemia 
• Prophylactic use after major or minor surgery procedures 

INTRAVENOUS ROUTE

ADULT DOSAGE: Most commonly a range from 250mg – 1gm of Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is infused slowly into the patient’s veins; this dosage may be repeated after 6 or 8 hours if need be.

PROPHYLACTICALLY: 1gm may be administered along with the introduction of anesthesia into the body, this dose may be repeated after 3 hours depending upon the time duration of the surgery.

INTRAMUSCULAR ROUTE

ADULT DOSAGE: Most commonly, a range from 500mg to 750mg of Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is injected slowly into the patient’s muscles; this dosage may be repeated after 12 hours. The dosage should not exceed 1.5gm a day.

CHILD DOSAGE: Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is not prescribed to patients aged 3 months and younger; individuals older than 3 months of age can be prescribed 15mg/kg and the dose may be repeated after 6 hours if need be. Dosage is should not exceed 2gm a day.

How To Use Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial

Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is injected into the patient’s muscles (intramuscular pathway) most commonly or into the patient’s vein (intravenously) by a trained healthcare professional. The area where the needle is to pierce the skin is first disinfected with an alcohol swab or any other disinfectant that the hospital has. Then the needle is uncapped, and the solution is injected into the body. The solution is injected slowly. The area of the skin where the needle enters may slightly bruise or remain sore for 24 hours. After the injection, the needle prick is pressed down (by hand) for 20 seconds to ensure there is no bleeding and then a band-aid is placed on top. It is advised to not mix Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial with other medicines. The patient is advised to take each dose simultaneously each day, keeping a 6- or 8-12-hour gap between each dose. 

Side Effects

Tell your healthcare supervisor immediately, if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Stomach problems (such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea)
• Convulsions 
• Headache 
• Skin rash at the site of injection 
• Difficulty in breathing 
• Elevated Liver enzymes levels 

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial:

• Allergy to Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial or any other medicine (especially any antibiotic) or food substance 
• Pregnancy 
• Lactating women 
• Moderate to severe Gastrointestinal disease/impairment 
• Moderate to severe Kidney disease/impairment
• Moderate to severe Liver disease/impairment
• Moderate to severe Central Nervous system disease/impairment
• Penicillin hypersensitivity 
• Seizures 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial: 

• Mild to moderate Gastrointestinal disease/impairment 
• Mild to moderate Kidney disease/impairment
• Mild to moderate Liver disease/impairment
• Mild to moderate Central Nervous system disease/impairment

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial:

• Ganciclover 
• Valproate 
• Oral anticoagulants
• Anti-seizure drugs
• Probenecid 

FAQ’S

#1. CAN I TAKE Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy. If you become pregnant while undergoing treatment with Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial immediately contact your doctor.

#2. WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE UNDERGOING TREATMENT WITH Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial AND HOW OFTEN?

The physician is likely to periodically (every 3-4 months) prescribe lab tests to monitor the patient’s hearing abilities (audiogram test), kidney functions (serum creatinine levels especially), liver functions, and blood pressure levels.

#3. IS IT NORMAL TO FEEL LIGHTHEADED AFTER GETTING INJECTED WITH Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial?

Yes, If Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vialmakes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

#4. HOW TO STORE Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial?

Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs. Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial is not to be ingested past its expiry date.

#5. IS Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial SAFE TO GIVE TO ELDERLY PATIENTS?

Yes. This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age. For elderly patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function,Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial may not be effectively removed from the body and so, in such cases, the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Cilapen 250mg Injection 1 vial.