Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection contains Cefepime and Tazobactam. Cefepime is a cephalosporin antibiotic, whereas Tazobactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection has broad-spectrum activity and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It makes the drug effective in multiple moderate to severe bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections (UTI), skin infections, intra-abdominal infections, lower respiratory tract (lung) infections such pneumonia (inflammation of the air sacs present in lungs) and bronchitis (inflammation of the bronchi), septicemia (including infections of the bloodstream), and empiric treatment in febrile neutropenic patients (development of fever in patients with low neutrophil count).

FAQs

How does Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection work?

Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection is used to treat bacterial infections. It contains Cefepime and Tazobactam. Cefepime reduces the infection by inhibiting bacterial growth. It disrupts the formation of the cell wall (outer layer), which is essential for bacteria's survival. Tazobactam inhibits the action of beta-lactamase, an enzyme produced by the bacteria to destroy antibiotics (cefepime).

Are there any side-effects of Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection?

The common side-effects of Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection are pain and swelling at the injection site, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache and skin rash. These side-effects are usually mild and temporary. However, inform your doctor immediately if any of these side-effects persist or get worse.

In which conditions should I avoid taking Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection?

In individuals who have kidney problems, colitis (inflammation of the intestine), and diabetes, Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection should be used with caution as this medicine may worsen the condition.

Does Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection cause diarrhea?

Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection may cause diarrhoea like most of the antibiotics. So, if you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor immediately. Taking plenty of fluids may help in preventing dehydration. Do not take any medicine on your own to treat diarrhoea.

I am allergic to penicillin, can I take Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection?

People allergic to penicillin should not take Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection as they may develop cross-sensitivity (sensitivity to drugs with similar structures). Pimetum 1.125 gm Injection contains cefepime, which has a similar structure to that of penicillin.