Primaxin; Antibacterial, Carbacephem; Inj (
IV): Imipenem 250 mg, cilastatin 250 mg; 500 mg/500 mg
Inj (IM): Imipenem 500 mg, cilastatin 500 mg;
Dosage is based on imipenem component
60-100 mg/kg/day IV/IM q6-8h (max 4 gm/day)
IM formulation is limited to mild/moderate infections.
Seizures may occur, especially if
renal function is impaired.