Genpirome Injection

Genpirome injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat serious bacterial infections like pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and skin infections. It also helps patients with low white blood cell counts who may be at risk of infection. The active ingredient in Genpirome injection is cefepime.

This medicine works by killing bacteria by breaking down their outer wall, which they need to survive. You should not take Genpirome injection if you are allergic to it or corn products. Common side effects may include headache, pain, rash, fever, nausea, vomiting, or stomachache.

This medicine is administered to you by a doctor or nurse in the hospital; you should not attempt to inject it yourself. Always inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, especially strong diuretics or certain other antibiotics, as they can interact with Genpirome injection and affect your kidneys. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor.

Genpirome injection is not usually recommended during pregnancy, but your doctor might decide it's necessary. It can pass into breast milk, so consult your doctor for advice. Since this medicine may cause dizziness or confusion, exercise caution when driving or operating machinery.

Always tell your doctor if you have had a severe allergic reaction to similar antibiotics in the past, or if you experience seizures or severe diarrhoea during or after taking Genpirome injection.

Dosage

Overdose

Your doctor or nurse will give this medication. Therefore, it is less likely to provide you with more or less of this medicine. However, if you experience loose motions, nausea, vomiting and fits immediately after taking this injection, inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Missed a Dose

You will be monitored by the doctor or nurse as to when Genpirome injection should be given to you. Thus, it is unlikely that a dose of the injection will be missed. If the doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cefepime kills bacteria by damaging their protective outer wall, which they need to survive.

Directions for Use

• Genpirome injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
• Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.
• Do not use plastic containers in series connections.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Genpirome injection during pregnancy?

• It can be prescribed to you by your doctor if necessary, after assessing the benefits against the risks.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Genpirome injection while breastfeeding?

The components of this medicine may pass into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, as they will advise you on the use of this medicine after assessing the benefits and risks.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Genpirome injection?

Genpirome injection may cause dizziness, confusion, and hallucinations; therefore, caution is needed when driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Genpirome injection?

No known interactions with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a history of allergic reactions to penicillins, other beta-lactam agents (like cephalosporin, monobactam, or carbapenem), or other allergens.
• You experience convulsions or seizures, especially if you have impaired renal function.
• You experience severe, persistent diarrhoea during or after antibacterial treatment.
• You have renal or hepatic impairment.
• You have a history of gastrointestinal issues, such as colitis.
• You are taking other medications, especially those that affect heart rhythm or blood sugar levels, discuss potential interactions with your doctor.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to cefepime or any other ingredients of Genpirome injection.
• If you have an allergy to corn or corn products, solutions containing dextrose may be contraindicated for you.

Side effects

• Headache
• Pain
• Inflammation
• Rash
• Fever
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• High doses of aminoglycosides during the treatment with Genpirome injection should be monitored carefully as it increases the risk of nephrotoxicity.
• Potent diuretics such as furosemide can lead to nephrotoxicity.

Storage and disposal

• Store this medicine at a temperature of 25 °C or below.
• Protect it from light and heat.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Any unused portion should not be stored and discarded properly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Genpirome injection increase blood pressure?

Genpirome injection has no effect on blood pressure, respiration, or ECG. However, if you experience any fluctuations in blood pressure or respiration, consult your doctor.

Does Genpirome injection cause dark urine?

Generally, all antibiotics can cause dark urine. But there is nothing to worry about. Discuss with your doctor if there is any discomfort related to Genpirome injection.