Viocil Injection

Short Description

Viocil Injection is a combination of antibiotic medicines used to treat various types of severe bacterial infections.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Viocil Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the medicine should be completed even if you feel better. The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, etc. You may also experience injection site redness, swelling, and pain that goes away with time. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.

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

Side Effects

Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete Injection site redness, swelling, and pain that goes away with time Other side effects may include nausea, vomiting, rashes, etc.

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Viocil Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

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

Pregnancy Warning

Viocil 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.

Viocil Injection is a combination of two medicines: Imipenem and Cilastatin. Imipenem is an antibiotic that works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Cilastatin is dehydropeptidase I inhibitor which blocks the activity of an enzyme (dehydropeptidase I) that causes breakdown of Imipenem. Hence, it helps Imipenem stay active in your body for a longer period of time.

Tell your 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 you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding Kindly do not self-administer this medicine