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Imipenem and Cilastatin Injection and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Result of checking the interaction of Imipenem and Cilastatin Injection and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) for safety when used together.

Check result:
Imipenem and Cilastatin Injection <> High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

The intramuscular and intravenous formulations of imipenem-cilastatin contain 32 mg (1.4 mEq) and 37.5 mg (1.6 mEq) of sodium, respectively, per each 500 mg of imipenem activity. The sodium content should be considered when these products are used in patients with conditions that may require sodium restriction, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension, and fluid retention.

Professional:

The intramuscular and intravenous formulations of imipenem-cilastatin contain 32 mg (1.4 mEq) and 37.5 mg (1.6 mEq) of sodium, respectively, per each 500 mg of imipenem activity. The sodium content should be considered when these products are used in patients with conditions that may require sodium restriction, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension, and fluid retention.

References:
  • "Product Information. Primaxin (imipenem)." Merck & Co, Inc, West Point, PA.
Imipenem and Cilastatin Injection

Generic Name: cilastatin / imipenem

Brand Name: Primaxin IV, Primaxin IM, Primaxin IV ADD-Vantage

Synonyms: Imipenem and cilastatin, Imipenem and Cilastatin