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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:38 PM IST
V Penum Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections. It contains Cilastatin and Imipenem which work by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is necessary for the survival of the bacteria. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, swelling, and redness at the site of injection. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About V Penum Injection

V Penum Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the lungs, heart, bladder, skin, kidneys, bones, joints, blood, stomach and female reproductive organs. V Penum Injection may also be used in the management of patients with low white blood cell count who have a fever, which is suspected to be due to bacterial infection. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. V Penum Injection does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu. 
 
V Penum Injection is a combination of two drugs, namely: Cilastatin (dehydropeptidase inhibitor) and Imipenem (antibacterial). Cilastatin inhibits the dehydropeptidase enzyme, which causes the breakdown of Imipenem, thereby helps imipenem to stay active for a longer duration. Imipenem prevents the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Together, V Penum Injection helps to treat bacterial infections.
 
V Penum Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, V Penum Injection may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, swelling, and redness at the site of injection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. V Penum Injection may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might cause increased dizziness and sleepiness. V Penum Injection should not be given to children below one year or those who weigh below 30kg with kidney problems. V Penum Injection is not recommended in paediatric patients with CNS infections due to the risk of seizures. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Uses of V Penum Injection

Treatment of Severe bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

V Penum Injection is a combination of two drugs, namely: Cilastatin (dehydropeptidase inhibitor) and Imipenem (antibacterial). V Penum Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the lungs, heart, bladder, skin, kidneys, bones, joints, blood, stomach, and female reproductive organs. V Penum Injection may also be used in the management of patients with low white blood cell count who have a fever, which is suspected to be due to bacterial infection. Cilastatin inhibits the dehydropeptidase enzyme, which causes the breakdown of Imipenem, thereby helps imipenem to stay active for a longer duration. Imipenem prevents the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Together, V Penum Injection helps to treat bacterial infections. Imipenem is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

Directions for Use

V Penum Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of V Penum Injection

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Swelling
  • Redness at the site of injection

Drug Warnings

Do not take V Penum Injection if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have an allergy to antibiotics, colitis, gastrointestinal disease, urinary/kidney problems, CNS disorders, seizures/fits, or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might cause increased dizziness and sleepiness. V Penum Injection should not be given to children below one year or those who weigh below 30kg with kidney problems. V Penum Injection is not recommended in paediatric patients with CNS infections due to the risk of seizures. V Penum Injection may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so drive with caution.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: V Penum Injection may interact with anti-viral (Ganciclovir), uricosurics (Probenecid), anti-epileptic (Valproic acid, Divalproex sodium), blood thinner (warfarin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), CNS disorders, hemodialysis, kidney or liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • GANCICLOVIR
  • PROBENECID
  • VALPROIC ACID
  • DIVALPROEX SODIUM
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid/limit the consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Special Advise

  • V Penum Injection may cause abnormal Coombs, liver, blood, and kidney function tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are on treatment with V Penum Injection. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and cause sickness. Symptoms of bacterial infection include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines are more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid alcohol consumption as it might cause increased dizziness and sleepiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe V Penum Injection only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

V Penum Injection may pass into breast milk. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide if V Penum Injection can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

V Penum Injection may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

V Penum Injection should not be given to children below one year or those who weigh below 30kg with kidney problems. V Penum Injection is not recommended in paediatric patients with CNS infections due to the risk of seizures.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

V Penum Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the lungs, heart, bladder, skin, kidneys, bones, joints, blood, stomach and female reproductive organs.
V Penum Injection is a combination of two drugs, namely: Cilastatin and Imipenem. Cilastatin inhibits the dehydropeptidase enzyme, which causes the breakdown of Imipenem, thereby helps imipenem to stay active for a longer duration. Imipenem prevents the formation of the bacterial protective covering, which is necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Together, V Penum Injection helps to treat bacterial infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of V Penum Injection. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Concomitant administration of Probenecid (used to treat gout and hyperuricemia) along with V Penum Injection is not recommended as it might result in an increase of plasma levels and half-life of Imipenem.
Ganciclovir (anti-viral) should not be co-administered along with V Penum Injection unless benefits outweigh the risks as generalised seizures have been reported when taken together.
V Penum Injection may cause changes in urine colour and amount of urine. Do not worry and consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
V Penum Injection may rarely cause thrush or candidiasis, which is a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth or throat. Regularly rinse your mouth with water to prevent the growth of fungus.

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