Cilastatin

Information about Cilastatin

Cilastatin is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections.

Cilastatin blocks the enzymes that destroys other antibiotics.

Vomiting, Nausea, Allergic reaction, Confusion, Diarrhea, Fever, Rash

You will be monitored for kidney and liver function due to the risk of toxicity.
Tell your doctor if you are on a controlled sodium diet, as cilastatin contains sodium.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to be pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had seizures; a brain injury; kidney, liver, or gastrointestinal disease (especially colitis); or asthma.
Do not take if patient is allergic to cilastatin or any of its ingredients.
Do not take children less than 1 year, and child with a brain or nervous system infection, or weighs less than 66 lb (30 kg) and has kidney problems