Imipenem and Cilastatin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Primaxin IM, Primaxin IV, Primaxin

Category

• Antibacterial, systemic

Description

Imipenem and cilastatin (i-mi-PEN-em and sye-la-STAT-in) combination is used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. This medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Imipenem and cilastatin combination is used to treat infections in many different parts of the body. It is sometimes given with other antibiotics.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:

Parenteral
• Injection (U.S. and Canada)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S.—

• Primaxin IM
• Primaxin IV

In Canada—

• Primaxin