Eritestin 500mg Injection
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Rs.1280for 1 vial(s) (1 Injection each)
food interaction for Eritestin Injection
alcohol interaction for Eritestin Injection
pregnancy interaction for Eritestin Injection
lactation interaction for Eritestin Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Eritestin 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Eritestin 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Eritestin 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Eritestin 500mg Injection
Imipenem(500mg)
Eritestin injection uses
{med_name} is used in severe bacterial infections. It is used in infections of various body parts like skin and soft tissues, urinary tract, blood and lungs (pneumonia).
How eritestin injection works
Eritestin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Common side effects of eritestin injection
Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Rash, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Eritestin Injection
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Eritestin Injection
- Imipenem is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.
- It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes. In severe cases, it may be given slowly for 2 to 3 hours by intravenous infusion.
Frequently asked questions FOR Eritestin 500mg Injection
Imipenem
Q. Is Eritestin 500mg Injection used alone?
No, Eritestin 500mg Injection is not to be used alone. It should always be used in combination with Cilastatin, which is a dehydropeptidase I inhibitor. Cilastatin blocks the activity of an enzyme (dehydropeptidase I) that causes breakdown of Eritestin 500mg Injection. This ensures that the medicine remains active and continues its work for longer for a longer duration.
Q. Even though Eritestin 500mg Injection is used for skin infections, can it cause any skin-related problems?
Serious skin reactions are rare, but some have been reported with the use of Eritestin 500mg Injection. Therefore, before starting the treatment inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or antibiotic. Serious skin reactions are a type of allergic reactions. But, if not properly managed then they can endanger life. So, if you notice any rash along with fever or peeling of the skin, discontinue the medication and inform your doctor.
Q. Is Eritestin 500mg Injection a strong antibiotic? Which infections does it treat?
Eritestin 500mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which means it can treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat infection affecting the lungs (pneumonia) and complicated infections of the urinary tract, abdomen, and skin and soft tissue infections. Along with that, it is also helpful in treating bacterial infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meningitis) and infections that occur during or after delivery.