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Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

By LUPIN
1 Powder For Injection(s) in Dry Vial
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MRP 1172.30
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Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection Description

Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection is a combination of Imipenem and Cilastatin. It is an antibiotic medicine.

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ContainsImipenem(500.0 Mg) + Cilastatin(500.0 Mg)
TherapyANTIBIOTIC
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uses

Uses of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

For the treatment of infection of the lung, airways, urinary tract, bones, joints, stomach and surrounding organs like pancreas, liver, gallbladder, etc. It is also used for the treatment of infection...
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contraindications

Contraindications of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

  • If you are allergic to Imipenem, Cilastatin or any ingredients of this injection
  • If you are allergic to similar antibiotics like Meropenem, Biapenem and Doripenem
sideEffects

Side effects of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

  • Nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting and stomach discomforts
  • Low blood pressure, fever, fits, dizziness and sleepiness
  • Itching, rashes and skin allergies
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection during pregnancy?
A:
The components of this injection can be harmful during pregnancy. It should only be taken during pregnancy if no other alternatives are available and potential benefit outweighs the associated risk.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
The components of this injection passes in breast milk in small amounts. Keep a watch for the symptoms of fungal infection of mouth and diarrhoea in your baby.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection?
A:
You may feel dizzy and sleepy after taking this injection. Thus, it is advised not to drive or operate machines.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection?
A:
It is advised not to consume alcohol when you have taken this injection. This medicine and alcohol can cause adverse effects like dizziness, drowsiness and stomach upset.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • If you experience any allergic reactions which can be sometimes very serious, reach out to the emergency department immediately
  • If you experience fits, mental confusion or you have a previous history or brain disease
  • If you experience black tarry stools and watery diarrhoea after taking this injection
  • If you experience other infections while on treatment with this medicine
  • If you have a pre-existing liver disorder or develops after taking this injection
  • If you have kidney disease, your dose needs to be reduced in that case
  • This medicine is not recommended to be used in children, especially with kidney problem
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

How Does It Work?

Imipenem works by killing the bacteria responsible for infection by interrupting the formation of cell wall. Cilastatin helps imipenem work more effectively by preventing its metabolism by enzymes in ...
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directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

  • This medicine comes as an injection and it will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse
  • Do not self inject this medicine
interactions

Interactions of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

Interactions with other medicines

  • You may experience fits if you are taking an antiviral medicine like Ganciclovir
  • Medicines like Valproic acid used to treat fits may not be able to control fits
  • Increased chances of bleeding with Warfarin which can stop blood clotting
  • Medicines used to treat gout-like Probenecid
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

  • Store this medicine below 25°C
  • Do not freeze the reconstituted solution
  • Any unused portion should be discarded properly
dosage

Dosage of Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

Overdose

Your doctor or nurse will give this injection in a hospital setting. Therefore, it is less likely to provide you with more or less of this medicine. If you experience any unwanted effects like fits, c...
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Missed a Dose

It is unlikely that a dose may be missed, as this injection is administered in a hospital or clinic. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed to give a scheduled dose of this injec...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is antibiotic-associated diarrhoea? Does it occur with Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection?

A: Antibiotic-associated diarrhoea refers to passing loose, watery and tarry stools three or more times a day after taking antibiotics. Yes, it occurs with all strong antibiotics and with Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection too. It occurs due to bacterial imbalance in the intestine due to antibiotic treatment.

Q: Is there anything else I need to know before taking Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection?

A: Kidney function test, liver function test and blood picture assessment needs to be done routinely while on treatment with Lupinem 500mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection. Kidney function needs to be tested before starting therapy. The maximum dosage in a day should not exceed 4 g and this medicine should not be used in children weighing less than 30 kg.
Product Details
Brand
LUPINEM
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
29/04/2026
Last Updated on: 11 Mar 2022 | 06:46 PM (IST)

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