Cilaxter 250 Injection

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Cilaxter 250 Injection Information

Cilaxter 250 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cilaxter 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Cilaxter 250 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Cilaxter 250 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cilaxter 250 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cilaxter 250 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cilaxter 250 Injection related warnings talks about Cilaxter 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cilaxter 250 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cilaxter 250 Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Cilaxter 250 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Cilaxter 250 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Cilaxter 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cilaxter 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cilaxter 250 Injection 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


Cilaxter 250 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cilaxter 250 Injection is used -

Severe

  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Moderate

  • Inflammation of a vein
  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
  • Confusion
  • Erythema

Mild

Cilaxter 250 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cilaxter 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Cilaxter can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cilaxter, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

  • Is the use of Cilaxter 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Cilaxter can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

  • What is the effect of Cilaxter 250 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Cilaxter. 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 Cilaxter 250 Injection on the Liver?


    Cilaxter may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

  • What is the effect of Cilaxter 250 Injection on the Heart?


    Side effects of Cilaxter rarely affect the heart.



Cilaxter 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cilaxter 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cilaxter 250 Injection

  • Is this Cilaxter 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Cilaxter 250 Injection does not cause addiction.

Cilaxter 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cilaxter 250 Injection


    When consumed with certain foods, Cilaxter 250 Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cilaxter 250 Injection


    Consumption of alcohol and Cilaxter 250 Injection together may have severe effects on your health.



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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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