What happens if I miss a dose of imipenem and cilastatin?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

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You will not need to be concerned about missing a dose of imipenem-cilastatin because it is administered intravenously or intramuscularly in a hospital or clinic setting. The nurses will administer the medication to you at the scheduled times.

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