Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection is a combination of antibiotic medicines. It is prescribed to treat various types of severe bacterial infections. It fights against the infection-causing microorganisms to prevent further infections.

Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection1 and Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection2.

Uses of Critinem Injection

Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Critinem Injection

In Severe bacterial infections

Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Critinem Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Critinem

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Rash

How to use Critinem Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
There are some side effects associated with this medicine (such as seeing, hearing, or feeling something that is not there) that may affect some patients' ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Critinem Injection

Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections, including those acquired in hospital and those involving many different types of bacteria.
It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes.
Tell you doctor if you are allergic to penicillin as this medicine should be avoided or used with caution in penicillin allergy.
Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

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FAQs

Critinem Injection

For how long is Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection used?

Duration of treatment with Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection depends on the severity of your infection, which will be decided by your doctor.

How long does Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection take to work?

Usually, Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

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References

Medscape. Imipenem+Cilastatin. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection

Introduction of Critinem Injection

Uses of Critinem Injection

Benefits of Critinem Injection

In Severe bacterial infections

Side effects of Critinem Injection

Common side effects of Critinem

How to use Critinem Injection

Safety advice

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Quick tips

Critinem Injection

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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For how long is Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection used?

How long does Critinem 500 mg/500 mg Injection take to work?

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