Tienam ampoules for IV 0.5 g (Primaxin, Imipenem/Cilastatin)

General information on Japanese Tienam ampoules for IV 0.5 g (Primaxin, Imipenem/Cilastatin)    

Package details: 10 vials

Manufacturer: Nippon Chemiphar Co., Ltd., Japan

Active ingredient: imipenem hydrate (chemical formula C12H19N3O5S), cilastatin sodium (chemical formula ‎C16H25N2NaO5S)

Medical effect: Tienam is effective for treatment of lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, gynecologic infections, bacterial sepsis, bone and joint infections, skin and skin structure infections, endocarditis and polymicrobic infections.

Contraindications and precautions: do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women. If an allergic reaction occurs, stop using the medication and consult with your doctor.

Dosage and administration of Japanese Tienam ampoules for IV 0.5 g (Primaxin, Imipenem/Cilastatin) 

For adults, divide the ampoule in 2-3 doses and take as intravenous drip. For children, divide the ampoule in 3-4 doses and take as intravenous drip. The duration of the course should be prescribed by the consulting doctor.

How effective are Tienam ampoules for IV from Japan 0.5 g (Primaxin, Imipenem/Cilastatin)?

Tienam contains equal doses of imipenem hydrate and cilastatin sodium. It is a broad-spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic effective against lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, gynecologic infections, bacterial sepsis, bone and joint infections, skin and skin structure infections, endocarditis and polymicrobic infections.