Eritestin 500mg Injection

Q: Even though Eritestin 500mg Injection is used for skin infections, can it cause any skin-related problems?

Serious skin reactions are rare, but some have been reported with the use of Eritestin 500mg Injection. Therefore, before starting the treatment inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or antibiotic. Serious skin reactions are a type of allergic reactions. But, if not properly managed then they can endanger life. So, if you notice any rash along with fever or peeling of the skin, discontinue the medication and inform your doctor.

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)

Eritestin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the carbapenem group that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, blood, and brain (e.g., meningitis). It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems.

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General Information

Contains

Imipenem (500mg)

Marketer

Mediyork Pharma Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Eritestin 500mg Injection is commonly used to treat seriously ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose depends on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep on taking the injection for as long as you have been prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, rash, or local redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, liver, or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, you may be advised blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Eritestin Injection

Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Eritestin Injection

Severe bacterial infections
Eritestin 500mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is a versatile medicine used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), abdomen, urinary tract, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine is usually given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.

Eritestin 500mg 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 Eritestin 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 Eritestin

Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Rash
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Eritestin Injection

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

How Eritestin Injection works

Eritestin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Quick tips

Eritestin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic that's usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or if you are taking any seizure medication before starting treatment with this medication.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if you develop severe stomach pain or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor may monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medication.
It is given by a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) over 20 to 60 minutes. In severe cases, it may be given slowly for 2 to 3 hours by intravenous infusion.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Eritestin 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Eritestin 500mg 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

Eritestin 500mg 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

Eritestin 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
There are some side effects associated with Eritestin 500mg Injection (such as seeing, hearing something that does not exist and this may affect some patient's ability to drive)

Kidney

CAUTION

Eritestin 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Eritestin 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Patients with advanced kidney disease are at high risk of seizures. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Eritestin 500mg Injection used alone?

No, Eritestin 500mg Injection is not to be used alone. It should always be used in combination with Cilastatin, which is a dehydropeptidase I inhibitor. Cilastatin blocks the activity of an enzyme (dehydropeptidase I) that causes breakdown of Eritestin 500mg Injection. This ensures that the medicine remains active and continues its work for longer for a longer duration.

Even though Eritestin 500mg Injection is used for skin infections, can it cause any skin-related problems?

Is Eritestin 500mg Injection a strong antibiotic? Which infections does it treat?

Eritestin 500mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which means it can treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat infection affecting the lungs (pneumonia) and complicated infections of the urinary tract, abdomen, and skin and soft tissue infections. Along with that, it is also helpful in treating bacterial infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meningitis) and infections that occur during or after delivery.

Is Eritestin 500mg Injection effective against bacteria only? Can it be used for any type of bacterial infection?

Yes, Eritestin 500mg Injection is effective only against bacteria. It is not effective against virus or fungal infections. Eritestin 500mg Injection is effective against some bacteria which include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, S. pyogenes, S. viridans group, etc. Therefore, its use against any other type of bacteria should be avoided.

My cousin was receiving Eritestin 500mg Injection for severe skin infection, but the medicine was stopped when she had a fit. Was the fit due to Eritestin 500mg Injection?

There are reports which suggest the occurrence of seizures or fits with the use of Eritestin 500mg Injection. However, fits are more likely to occur in patients with a history of seizures or a brain lesion (wound, ulcer, abscess or tumor) or patients having bacterial meningitis or compromised kidney function. Consult your doctor to understand the exact reason.

For how long will I need to take Eritestin 500mg Injection?

The length of the treatment will be decided by your doctor. The doctor will decide the dose depending on your general health, the type of infection you have and how well you respond to Eritestin 500mg Injection. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

What if Eritestin 500mg Injection does not suit me?

It is common to have minor side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headache with the use of Eritestin 500mg Injection. However, these symptoms generally settle down with continued medication as the body adapts the medicine. If the side effects bother you, inform your doctor. The doctor will suggest an alternative medicine if required. Serious side effects with Eritestin 500mg Injection are very rare. In case you develop serious side effects, seek immediate medical advice.

Does it matter if I miss or stop Eritestin 500mg Injection?

It is important that you do not stop the treatment without consulting your doctor. Stopping the treatment may bring back the infection or you may develop resistance to Eritestin 500mg Injection. Similar results may be seen if you skip any dose or are forgetful in taking the suggested doses. Therefore, it is recommended that you do not miss doses. If you do, take the missed dose as soon as you can and take the next dose as planned so that you stick to the same overall daily dose.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbapenem derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cell wall active agent -Carbapenems

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

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