Drug guide

Primaxin IV

Primaxin IV (i-mi-PEN-em and sye-la-STAT-in) combination is used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. Primaxin IV will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections. Primaxin IV combination is used to treat infections in many different parts of the body. It is sometimes given with other antibiotics. Primaxin IV is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Parenteral Injection (U.S. and Canada)

Brand names:
- Imipenem and Cilastatin
- Primaxin
- Primaxin IM
- Primaxin IV