Zienam Monovial Information

Zienam Monovial is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Zienam Monovial also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zienam Monovial. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zienam Monovial can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zienam Monovial are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Zienam Monovial's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Zienam Monovial's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zienam Monovial related warnings section.

Zienam Monovial is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zienam Monovial contraindications section.

Additionally, Zienam Monovial may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zienam Monovial is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Zienam Monovial Benefits & Uses
Zienam Monovial Dosage & How to Take
Zienam Monovial Side Effects
Zienam Monovial Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zienam Monovial with Other Drugs
Zienam Monovial Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zienam Monovial
Zienam Monovial Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zienam Monovial Benefits & Uses

Zienam Monovial is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zienam Monovial 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

Zienam Monovial Related Warnings

Is the use of Zienam Monovial safe for pregnant women?

Zienam Monovial may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Zienam Monovial, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zienam Monovial safe during breastfeeding?

Zienam Monovial may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Zienam Monovial, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Zienam Monovial.
What is the effect of Zienam Monovial on the Kidneys?

Zienam Monovial may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zienam Monovial on the Liver?

Zienam Monovial 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 Zienam Monovial on the Heart?

Zienam Monovial may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Zienam Monovial with Other Drugs

Zienam Monovial should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ganciclovir

Tramadol

Valproic Acid

Moderate

Zienam Monovial Contraindications

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

Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Epilepsy
Migraine

Frequently asked Questions about Zienam Monovial

Is this Zienam Monovial habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zienam Monovial has not been reported.

Zienam Monovial Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zienam Monovial

When consumed with certain foods, Zienam Monovial may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zienam Monovial

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Zienam Monovial as it can have severe side effects.