Consuming alcohol with Unipim IV/IM does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unipim IV/IM is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unipim IV/IM is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Unipim IV/IM, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Unipim IV/IM alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CAUTION
Unipim IV/IM should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Unipim IV/IM may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unipim IV/IM is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Unipim IV/IM may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Unipim IV/IM 500mg/vial Injection
Introduction
Unipim IV/IM is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, and blood. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. However, it will not treat a viral ... Show more
Uses of Unipim IV/IM
Bacterial infections
Side effects of Unipim IV/IM
Common
Rash
Itching
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Fever
Diarrhea
How to use Unipim IV/IM
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Unipim IV/IM works
Unipim IV/IM is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
What if you forget to take Unipim IV/IM?
If you miss a dose of Unipim IV/IM, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Unipim IV/IM to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back ... Show more
Discontinue Unipim IV/IM and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in ... Show more
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood ... Show more
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Unipim IV/IM as it may cause increased side effects.
Brief Description
Indication
Skin and skin structure infections, Urinary tract infection, Nosocomial pneumonia, Multiple drug resistant pneumonia, Neutropenia
Administration
Reconstitution: IV infusion: Add 5 mL, 10 mL, or 10 mL of a compatible IV soln to a vial labeled as containing 500 mg, 1 g, or 2 g, respectively, to p ... Show more
Adult Dose
Adult: IV UTI 0.5-1 g 12 hrly for 7-10 days.
Empirical therapy for febrile neutropenia 2 g 8 hrly for 7 days or until resolution of neutropenia.
M ... Show more
Child Dose
Child: IV, IM 100 mg/kg/day q12h
150 mg/kg/day empiric therapy of fever with neutropenia q8h
2 mth - 16 yr: >40 kg: 50 mg/kg every 12 hr for 7-10 ... Show more
Renal Dose
Renal impairment:
Haemodialysis: 1 g on the 1st day of treatment, followed by 0.5 g 24 hrly; dose should be given after haemodialysis on dialysis da ... Show more
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to cefepime or other cephalosporins.
Mode of Action
Cefepime is a 4th generation cephalosporin which inhibits the final transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis in bacterial cell wall by binding ... Show more
Precaution
Renal impairment; history of penicillin or cephalosporin allergy; lactation, pregnancy. Caution when used in patients with history of GI diseases, esp ... Show more
Side Effect
>10%
Positive Coombs test result without hemolysis (16%)
1-10%
Rash (1-4%),Elevated alanine aminotransferase (3%),Hypophosphatemia (3%),Diarrhea ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: B
Lactation: Drug enters breast milk; use with caution
Interaction
Increased potential for nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity of aminoglycosides. Increased risk of nephrotoxicity w/ potent diuretics (e.g. furosemide).
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